Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Valencia.
Flights from VLC to LYS start at 08:50 — the earliest with Volotea. The last departure is at 21:55 with Volotea. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your VLC to LYS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Volotea offers direct flights from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Volotea on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is $44. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $88. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VLC to LYS.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from VLC to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Valencia Airport (VLC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Valencia Airport, 78.56% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Valencia Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Valencia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to VLC:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LYS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the busiest month for flights from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Lyon in January.
When reserving your flight from Valencia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VLC to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another well-known destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.