Flying from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your LYS to Reykjavik flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Begin your journey at LYS and arrive at Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Book your seat with easyJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from LYS to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
LYS is about 19 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Reykjavik
₹ 5,112 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 22,008. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LYS to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks before your flight from LYS to Reykjavik can help you secure the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). After your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your LYS to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik. August is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LYS to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Reykjavik, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Vestmannaeyjar is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without experiencing Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
