Travelling from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Warsaw is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Warsaw.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Warsaw to LYS.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from central Warsaw to WAW is roughly 5 miles. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Frederic Chopin Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, check out these options when departing from Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
WMI is about 25 miles from central Warsaw. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your flight from Warsaw to LYS:
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 19 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 47 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from £49 or travel return from just £98. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Warsaw to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Lyon. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in September. This is the busiest month for flights from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Lyon. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Warsaw to LYS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Lyon
After booking your flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lyon:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Lyon itinerary.
Complete your Lyon trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Lyon. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
