Traveling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
To break up your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the LYS - HEL route are:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Copenhagen Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Finland, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LYS to HEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
C$103 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Return flights start from C$253. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from LYS to HEL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Located around 31 kilometres from the center of Lyon, Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 47 minutes.
After a handy hotel near LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Reserve a hotel near HEL if you have a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 44 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Helsinki in February.
Before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LYS to HEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Helsinki
After booking your flights from LYS to HEL, you'll need to find a place to stay in Helsinki. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Helsinki Cathedral and Temppeliaukio Church are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Helsinki to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Seurasaari Open-Air Museum.
Complete your Helsinki trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Helsinki stay.
