Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is 5 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. Toronto operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from LYS to Toronto, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from LYS to Toronto that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
When travelling to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from France. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto.
Located around 31 kilometres from central Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 47 minutes.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LYS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Toronto
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto is C$454. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$601. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LYS to Toronto if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). As soon as your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 39 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from LYS to Toronto at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Toronto, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Look for cheap flights from LYS to Toronto sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Toronto
After locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Toronto, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just two of the big attractions to put on your Toronto to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
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