Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Nairobi: what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from LYS to Nairobi, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from LYS to Nairobi, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You'll need an ETA for Kenya if you hold a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes about 47 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near LYS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Nairobi
C$357 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi. A return flight starts from C$820. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LYS to Nairobi, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. Following your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 46 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LYS to Nairobi, unwind at a hotel near WIL. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Nairobi, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from LYS to Nairobi in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nairobi, check out our selection of hotels including:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Nairobi to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
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