Flying from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is seven hours ahead of Lyon, where Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located. Kuala Lumpur follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid missing your LYS to Kuala Lumpur flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from LYS to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
79% of flights departing from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Kuala Lumpur
The best price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is ₹ 38,340. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 61,483. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from LYS to Kuala Lumpur, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the centre of Kuala Lumpur takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your flight from LYS to Kuala Lumpur.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 19 kilometres from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SZB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LYS to Kuala Lumpur flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from SZB one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
December is the quietest month for flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LYS to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Kuala Lumpur, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Sky Terrace KL Tower, Petronas Twin Towers and Warisan Merdeka Tower are must-do's during your Kuala Lumpur adventure.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
If there's time to check out another side of Malaysia, consider Johor Bahru, about 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens are among its highlights.
