Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 12 hours ahead of Lyon.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LYS to AKL flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport. Many travellers pass through Hamad International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, R 12,294 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 16,864. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to AKL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LYS:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Pick up an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Auckland Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Auckland in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to AKL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Manukau City is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No trip is complete without seeing Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.