Flying from Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport takes 1 hour 15 minutes (on average). Lyon's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Caen.
Every week, there are 20 flights from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The first flight from CFR to LYS is at 06:15 and the last is at 20:40.
Traveling during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air France is your gateway to exploring Lyon (and perhaps some other exciting parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between CFR and LYS:
Sud Corse Airport
Bastia Poretta Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from CFR to LYS, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're traveling within France. As long as you have some other proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
C$129 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Return flights start from C$214. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap flight tickets from CFR to LYS, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
Carpiquet Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Caen. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
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Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late flight from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LYS:
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the center of Lyon takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 47 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Carpiquet Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CFR to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 9ºC then.
More about Lyon
Start your Lyon trip right by finding a fantastic stay. After booking your flight from CFR to LYS, browse our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are major attractions which should feature on any good Lyon itinerary.
Complete your Lyon trip with hotels and a car rental
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