Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Tehran: what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30. The city is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from LYS to Tehran. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LYS to Tehran. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You'll need an e-visa for Iran if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 31 kilometres from central Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Tehran
C$205 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran. A return flight starts from C$479. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to Tehran, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are some great accommodation options near IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran. To avoid the crowds, head for Tehran in April when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from LYS to Tehran sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are essential stops on your Tehran itinerary.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Tehran and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tehran.
