Travelling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Lyon, where Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located. Istanbul runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with 16 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from LYS to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 19:35. Go for the first departure with Transavia France at 06:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LYS to Istanbul flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Direct Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Airport (IST) will be where your journey ends.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul, such as:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from LYS to Istanbul with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
79% of flights departing from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Istanbul
₹ 5,445 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 10,037. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from LYS to Istanbul, reserve your journey four months before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LYS to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Booking your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LYS to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your LYS to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
February is the quietest month for flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
