Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Lyon (the location of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport) and Frankfurt follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 22 flights a week between the two airports, Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from LYS to FRA is with Lufthansa at 18:55.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LYS to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Begin your journey at LYS and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LYS to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Lyon to LYS takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Frankfurt
C$97 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return flight ticket starts from C$228. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap flights from LYS to Frankfurt, reserve your trip two months before your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Frankfurt and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LYS to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LYS to Frankfurt flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are usually higher and attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Frankfurt in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are popular attractions which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.