Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 37 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon (the location of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport).
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route, with 21 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from LYS to FCO is with Wizz Air Malta at 22:55. Go for the first departure operated by easyJet at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from LYS to Rome, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Nonstop flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll complete your journey.
easyJet is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from LYS to Rome that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You don't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
LYS is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 47 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Rome
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome is C$42. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$95. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from LYS to Rome by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome takes around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is about 18 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Once you've disembarked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 42 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from LYS to Rome:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Rome, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from LYS to Rome in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.
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