Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Milan: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon (the location of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport).
The most popular route is from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). There are 16 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LYS to MXP is the 07:00 TWIN JET option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 18:25 with TWIN JET.
To ensure you catch your flight from LYS to Milan, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Milan are available for booking. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is where you'll complete your journey.
Get on board with TWIN JET. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from LYS to Milan that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You don't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Lyon to LYS takes about 47 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Milan
C$58 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$123. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from LYS to Milan by booking at least 3 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan is about 45 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 53 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near MXP if you're taking a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 58 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BGY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from LYS to Milan:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan. To skip the crowds, head to Milan in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from LYS to Milan around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milan right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Milan:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Milan travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
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