Flying from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Glasgow to LYS.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Glasgow to LYS. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
GLA is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your flight from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and LYS include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 38 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Glasgow to LYS, unwind in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel close to LYS if you're taking a late flight from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon takes about 35 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 47 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from C$68 or travel return from just C$145. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score flight tickets from Glasgow to LYS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can quickly pick a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Lyon. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Glasgow to LYS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lyon
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There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are top attractions which should be on every Lyon itinerary.
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