Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 7 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from LYS to Mexico City. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from LYS to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can visit Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from France. But before reserving your flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Travelling from central Lyon to LYS takes approximately 47 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LYS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Mexico City
C$624 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City. A return flight starts from C$1,168. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
It takes around 57 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 46 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to stay within an easy drive of NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from LYS to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City. July is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from LYS to Mexico City sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Mexico City, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
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