Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Copenhagen and Lyon share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from CPH to LYS start at 09:05 — the first with easyJet. The latest departure is at 21:40 with easyJet. In total, there are 12 weekly Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your CPH to LYS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if your schedule allows.
EasyJet is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CPH and LYS:
Frankfurt Airport
Hamburg Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Currently, $61 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $123. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from CPH to LYS by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Of the departures from Copenhagen Airport, 76.54% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CPH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Lyon in January.
When booking your flight from Copenhagen 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).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPH to LYS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.