Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is ten hours ahead of Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your LYS to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When booking your plane ticket from LYS to Melbourne, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a top stop on this route.
Travelling from central Lyon to LYS takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LYS:
69.6% of flights departing from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Melbourne
$722 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return ticket right now is $1,733. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from LYS to Melbourne, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from LYS to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable accommodation options within a short drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your LYS to Melbourne flight.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Settle in at one of these stays after your LYS to Melbourne flight:
Start your travels without worrying about how to reach your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB ahead of your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LYS to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without visiting City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.