Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
4 hours 37 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Lyon and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
You can choose from 2 weekly flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport. The 07:15 departure with Transavia France is the earliest you can take from LYS to CAI. Transavia France operates the latest service of the day at 18:45 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the LYS - CAI route include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Egypt, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most current information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LYS to CAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport is C$116. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$243. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from LYS to CAI by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 47 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel close to CAI if you're taking a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Cairo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from LYS to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Cairo
After locking in your flights from LYS to CAI, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Cairo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Cairo itinerary.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Cairo stay.