Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Lille Airport (LIL): what you need to know
The timezone in Lille is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nottingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your EMA to LIL flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EMA and LIL include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Lille Airport (LIL)
Right now, £65 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £149. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EMA to LIL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EMA to LIL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
75.1% of flights that take off from East Midlands Airport land at their destination on schedule.
East Midlands Airport is around 14 miles from central Nottingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near EMA. Whether you're catching an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lille Airport (LIL)
If you're landing on a late East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near LIL:
Explore without limits with a Lille Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Lille and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Lille Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lille Airport (LIL) to central Lille
Lille Airport to the centre of Lille has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lille Airport (LIL)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport is April, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lille based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from East Midlands Airport to Lille Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lille, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EMA to LIL in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lille has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 130 miles south of Lille, a trip to Paris will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If there's time to check out another corner of France, head for Strasbourg, roughly 250 miles south-east of Lille. Palais Rohan, European Parliament Strasbourg and Musee d'Art Moderne et Contemporain are among its highlights.
