Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Lyon and Nice share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Choose from 39 weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with Air France is the earliest you can take. Air France operates the latest service of the day at 21:00.
Your LYS to NCE flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Air France is your gateway to exploring Nice (and maybe even some other great parts of France!). Browse the direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air France on this route.
Air France is the most punctual carrier offering LYS to NCE flights. A dependable 80.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LYS and NCE:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is C$72. A return ticket right now is C$179. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to NCE.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LYS to NCE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you have a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near NCE:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and experience more of Nice and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
From Cote D'Azur Airport, Nice is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to NCE in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.