Flying from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Sao Paulo has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Lyon is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to LYS 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.
In high season, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to LYS leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Sao Paulo to LYS flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.8%.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Viracopos Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight:
Flights departing from VCP arrive at their destination as scheduled 75.02% of the time.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Book a hotel close to LYS if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon is around 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is $646. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $923. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to LYS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Plan your visit to Lyon in April for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Sao Paulo to LYS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Lyon
Start your Lyon trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Lyon when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Fête Des Lumières followed by Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, a trip to Marseille will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in France, head for Nice, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are among the biggest draws.
