Travelling from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS): What you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Seattle. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located in Lyon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to LYS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to LYS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Seattle to LYS flight? Check in to a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near LYS and be in snooze mode sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is ₹ 36,348. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 81,175. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS). Plan your visit to Lyon in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Seattle to LYS plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -4ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lyon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Lyon right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are must-do's during your Lyon adventure.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
If you want to check out another major destination in France, head for Nice, roughly 290 kilometres southeast of Lyon. Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice are highlights.
