Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is one hour behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make 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.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LYS to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LYS:
When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.6% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Reykjavik
The best price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik flight is ₹ 4,640. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 14,505. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LYS to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Travel at your own speed with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and venture far and wide through Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LYS to Reykjavik can help you get the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your LYS to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Plan your trip to Reykjavik during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Reykjavik to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without seeing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
