Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
Nottingham is one hour behind Lyon and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your LYS to EMA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and EMA:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
£63 is the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. Return flights start at £128. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LYS to EMA, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 19 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Reserve a hotel close to EMA if you're catching a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an East Midlands Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or Budget and find adventure across Nottingham and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from East Midlands Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
From East Midlands Airport, Nottingham is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Nottingham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to East Midlands Airport for July if you want to explore Nottingham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to EMA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen Nottingham. Around 110 miles away to the south-east, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 45 miles south-west of Nottingham, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
