Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Lyon.
Your LYS to KEF flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LYS and KEF include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight is ₹ 4,842. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 16,834. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to KEF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LYS to KEF.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you're arriving on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to central Reykjavik has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Reykjavik in January.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to KEF in December. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC then.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you want to check out another corner of Iceland, head for Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are key reasons to visit.
