Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport takes an average of 1 hour 20 minutes. Munich's timezone is UTC+1 — identical to Lyon.
Flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport start from 07:00 — the first with Lufthansa. The last departure is the 20:30 option with Lufthansa. In total, you can take your pick of 29 services every week between LYS and MUC.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Lufthansa has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Munich — plus maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LYS and MUC are:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Germany. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LYS to MUC, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is C$102. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$248. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from LYS to MUC, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LYS to MUC. You don't need to check every day to see if airfares have fallen. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 47 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Munich. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Munich, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LYS to MUC around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Munich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Munich right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from LYS to MUC:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum are essential stops on your Munich itinerary.
Complete your Munich trip with hotels and a car rental
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