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Journey information

Overview: Lyon to Bucharest flight

France

Romania

Flights from Lyon to Bucharest depart on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.

The earliest flight runs at 04:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 1670 km distance in 2h 40m. November is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

1670 km

Average flight duration

3h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

£45

Flights per day

Fastest flight

2h 40m

First flight

4:30

Last flight

23:00

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Lyon to Bucharest

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£82

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£336

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

2 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

4 h 13 m

Flights on 15 Sept

Distance

1670 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lyon to Bucharest will cost around £336 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £82.

Fast flights

On Tue 15 Sept, we found 62 flights from Lyon to Bucharest, including 1 direct services.

These direct flights cover the 1670 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .

The slowest flights will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

W43062
16:352h40
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
20:15Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
£821One-way
0 changes
LO346 · LO645
11:355h10
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
17:45Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
£1701One-way
1 change
LO346 · LO639
11:3510h40
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
23:15Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
£1701One-way
1 change
LO346 · LO641
11:3525h15
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
13:50Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
£1701One-way
1 change
AF7367 · AF1088
14:407h45
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
23:25Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
£1831One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £111, while a train costs an average of £491.

Distance: 1670 km

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Flight	Most popular Coach	Train	Driving
£130 Average Price	£111 Average Price Cheapest	£491 Average Price	£478 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	37h 7m Average total duration 36h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	44h 8m Average total duration 43h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	23h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Bucharest is a coach with an average price of £111.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Bucharest:

A coach is £19 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Bucharest costing on average £130.

A coach is £380 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Bucharest costing on average £491.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Coach takes on average 36h 37m.

Train takes on average 43h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Bucharest including taking a train, coach and flight.

Live departures

Lyon to Bucharest flight times

The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bucharest flights for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
9852+AF6634	5:50 Lyon Part Dieu	9h00	15:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9852+RO382	5:50 Lyon Part Dieu	9h00	15:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9852+LH2229 · LH1652	5:50 Lyon Part Dieu	11h45	18:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
AF7371 · AF1888	6:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	5h45	12:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
AF7371+AF6634	6:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	8h50	15:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1426 · KL1375	6:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	9h50	17:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1426+KL2701	6:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	7h55	15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1426 · KL1373	6:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	5h30	13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1426+KL2717	6:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	16h15	23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
5351 · 5260+AF6639	6:30 Lyon Part Dieu	15h05	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
5351 · 5260+RO384	6:30 Lyon Part Dieu	15h05	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
5351 · 5260+RO9386	6:30 Lyon Part Dieu	15h55	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
LH1083 · LH1418	6:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	5h10	13:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
SN3594+LX787 · LX1888	7:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	7h15	15:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
SN3594+OS292+OS695	7:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	7h05	15:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
12554+RO384	8:27 Lyon Part Dieu	13h08	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9854+RO384	8:27 Lyon Part Dieu	13h08	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
12554+RO9386	8:27 Lyon Part Dieu	13h58	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LH2247 · LH1650	9:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	25h30	12:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1428 · KL1375	9:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	6h25	17:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1428+KL2717	9:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	12h50	23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1428 · KL1377	9:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	14h00	0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
RO9544 · RO9386	10:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	12h05	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
RO9544 · RO384	10:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	11h15	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1808+TK8598	10:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	13h05	0:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1808 · TK1039	10:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	27h10	14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1808 · TK1043	10:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	20h45	8:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1808 · TK1045	10:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	8h50	20:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1808+TK8592	10:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	24h05	11:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
EN8911+LH1416	10:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	4h50	16:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LH5673+LH1416	10:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	4h50	16:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LH5673+LH108 · LH1652	10:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	7h05	18:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
12562+RO384	11:00 Lyon Part Dieu	10h35	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9862+RO384	11:00 Lyon Part Dieu	10h35	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
12562+RO9386	11:00 Lyon Part Dieu	11h25	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
BA357 · BA878	11:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	13h00	1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
AF7365+AF6639	11:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	10h15	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
AF7365 · AF1088	11:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	11h05	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LO346 · LO645	11:35 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	5h10	17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LO346 · LO639	11:35 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	10h40	23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LO346 · LO641	11:35 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	25h15	13:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
OS354 · OS697	12:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	4h10	18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
OS354+OS699	12:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	10h15	0:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LH2249 · LH113 · LH1422	13:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	9h50	23:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
LH2249 · LH1652	13:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	4h35	18:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9866+AF1088	14:00 Lyon Part Dieu	8h25	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9866+RO9386	14:00 Lyon Part Dieu	8h25	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
9866+LX645 · LX1886	14:00 Lyon Part Dieu	10h10	1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
KL1432 · KL1377	14:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	9h50	0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
KL1432+KL2717	14:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	8h40	23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
AF7367+AF6639	14:40 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	6h55	22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
AF7367 · AF1088	14:40 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	7h45	23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LH1077 · LH116+LH4138	14:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	9h25	1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
LH1077 · LH1422	14:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	8h05	23:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
LH1077 · LH120+LH4138	14:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	9h25	1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	2 changes
W43062	16:35 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	2h40	20:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	0 changesdirect
LH2251+LH4138	17:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	6h20	1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
BA361 · BA874	18:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	19h30	15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1810 · TK1043	19:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	12h10	8:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1810 · TK1039	19:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	18h35	14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1810+TK8592	19:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	15h30	11:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
TK1810 · TK1045	19:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport	24h10	20:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport	1 change
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Lufthansa

About

Lufthansa is Germany’s largest airline and one of the leading carriers in Europe, connecting travelers to destinations worldwide from its main hubs in Frankfurt and Munich. Its modern fleet offers a wide choice of travel experiences, from Economy Class with affordable fares and onboard entertainment to Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class with extra comfort, fine dining, and exclusive lounge access.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Lufthansa Duration

6h 20m

Cheapest Lufthansa Price

£146

Luggage included

1 carry-on bag (8 kg) and 1 personal item included in Economy Class

Additional luggage

Additional bags can be purchased, prices vary by route and fare type

Cancellation Policy

Refunds depend on fare type; most flexible fares offer full refund, basic fares are non-refundable

Pregnant on board

Lufthansa allows travel up to end of 36th week for single pregnancies, 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week

Unaccompagned minor

Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Service fee applies

Amenities on board the airplane

Wifi

Food sold onboard

USB plugs

Accessibility

Lufthansa provides wheelchair service and special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility

Pets

Small dogs and cats allowed in cabin or cargo hold, fees apply. Service animals travel free of charge

Entertaiment on board

Learn more about Lufthansa

Austrian Airlines

About

Austrian Airlines is the flag carrier of Austria and a member of the Lufthansa Group, offering flights across Europe and to long-haul destinations in Asia, North America, and beyond. Operating primarily from Vienna International Airport, Austrian combines efficiency with warm hospitality. Economy Class passengers enjoy comfort, onboard entertainment, and meals, while Business Class offers spacious seating, fine dining inspired by Austrian cuisine, and lounge access. With a reputation for quality service and reliable connections, Austrian Airlines is a trusted choice for travelers worldwide

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Austrian Airlines Duration

4h 10m

Cheapest Austrian Airlines Price

£171

Austrian Airlines frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

1 carry-on bag (max. 8kg, 55x40x23cm) and 1 personal item (40x30x10cm) included in Economy

Additional luggage

Additional baggage can be purchased online or at the airport. Fees vary by route.

Cancellation Policy

Refund depends on ticket type - Light fares non-refundable, Classic and Flex fares refundable with fee.

Pregnant on board

Pregnant women can travel until end of 36th week (32nd week for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after 28th week.

Unaccompagned minor

Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.

Amenities on board the airplane

Wifi

Food sold onboard

USB plugs

Accessibility

Austrian Airlines provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Pre-notification required 48 hours before departure.

Pets

Small pets in cabin, max 8kg including transport container. Larger animals in cargo hold.

Entertaiment on board

Learn more about Austrian Airlines

Lot Polish Airlines

About

LOT Polish Airlines, legally Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT S.A., is the flag carrier of Poland and one of the world's oldest airlines, founded in 1928. It is a founding member of IATA and joined the Star Alliance in 2003. With its main hub at Warsaw Chopin Airport, LOT serves over 97 destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America with a fleet of 87 aircraft as of June 2025. The airline is recognized for operating one of Europe's youngest fleets and was the first European operator of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Lot Polish Airlines Duration

5h 30m

Cheapest Lot Polish Airlines Price

£120

Luggage included

1 carry-on bag (8kg, 55x40x23cm) and 1 personal item (40x35x12cm)

Additional luggage

Additional checked baggage can be purchased, with fees varying by route and timing of purchase

Cancellation Policy

Refunds depend on ticket type - flex tickets offer full refund, economy tickets are non-refundable but taxes can be reclaimed

Pregnant on board

Pregnant women can travel up to 32nd week without medical certificate, up to 36th week with medical certificate issued max 7 days before flight

Unaccompagned minor

Children aged 5-11 can travel as UM with mandatory assistance. Service must be booked at least 48h before departure

Amenities on board the airplane

Wifi

USB plugs

Accessibility

LOT provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special seating arrangements

Pets

Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger animals in cargo hold. Must be booked in advance

Entertaiment on board

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KLM

About

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and the world’s oldest airline still operating under its original name. Based in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, KLM connects travelers to destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Its modern fleet offers comfort for every type of journey—from affordable Economy fares with in-flight entertainment and WiFi to Premium Comfort and Business Class with extra space, dining, and lounge access. With a reputation for excellent service and global connectivity, KLM is a trusted choice for international travel.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average KLM Duration

5h 35m

Cheapest KLM Price

£160

Luggage included

1 carry-on bag (max 55x35x25 cm) and 1 personal item (max 40x30x20 cm)

Additional luggage

Checked baggage can be purchased, max 23kg per piece

Cancellation Policy

For Light fares: no refund. For Standard/Flex fares: cancellation possible with fee, partial refund available

Pregnant on board

Pregnant women can fly until 36th week (32nd for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after 28th week

Unaccompagned minor

KLM accepts unaccompanied minors aged 5-17. Service must be booked in advance. Fee applies. Not available on codeshare flights

Amenities on board the airplane

Wifi

USB plugs

Accessibility

KLM provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance during boarding and disembarking

Pets

Small pets in cabin (max 8kg including carrier), larger animals in hold

Entertaiment on board

Learn more about KLM

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Things to do in Bucharest

Discover the best of Bucharest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bucharest trip today.

Must visit

Muzeul Național de Artă al României

Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.

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Must visit

Muzeul Național al Satului Dimitrie Gusti

Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.

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Casa Ceaușescu

Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.

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Romanian leu (lei)

Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget: 40-70 lei for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: 80-140 lei per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: 200+ lei per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: 12-18 lei for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.

FAQs: Lyon to Bucharest flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bucharest by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap plane tickets from Lyon to Bucharest can start from as little as £45 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Lyon to Bucharest is £130; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by plane from Lyon to Bucharest is 2h 40m to travel the 1670 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest flight from Lyon to Bucharest leaves at 4:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Lyon to Bucharest leaves at 23:00.

There are 40 flights a day from Lyon to Bucharest which require at least one change with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Austrian Airlines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.

When taking a flight from Lyon to Bucharest, you can count on Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Austrian Airlines for the best way to get you to Bucharest. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Lyon and Bucharest and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.

Flights from Lyon to Bucharest generally leave from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport .Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 2 km away from Lyon city centre and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 2 km from Bucharest city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Lyon to Bucharest is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Bucharest including taking a train, coach and flight.

Since both Lyon and Bucharest are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Lyon and Bucharest all year round.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

popular airports

Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bucharest

Most Lyon to Bucharest flights use the Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Bucharest airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.

Departure airports in Lyon

Arrival airports in Bucharest

Which Lyon airport do flights to Bucharest leave from?

Flights from Lyon to Bucharest depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport. The airport is 3 km from Lyon city centre at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, 69125 Colombier-Saugnieu, France.

Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, 69125 Colombier-Saugnieu, France Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport from Lyon city centre

Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRx · 38m · £14 · every ~8 min

BusS766, 776, 787, N760, N1759, 1776, 1624, N746, 1779, S1736, 1606, 1787, 1676 · 30m · £2 · every ~1 min

Lyon Saint Exupery Airport airport facilities and services

Lyon Saint Exupery Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals 1 and 2.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Elevators, ramps.

More about Lyon Saint Exupery Airport

Grenoble Alpes Isere Airport (GNB)Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB), Rte de L Aéroport, 38590 Saint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs, France Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Grenoble Alpes Isere Airport from Lyon city centre

Grenoble Alpes Isere Airport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:

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Grenoble Alpes Isere Airport airport facilities and services

Grenoble Alpes Isere Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several dining options available.