Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
A direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport takes 1 hour 10 minutes (on average). Paris's timezone is UTC+1 — identical to Lyon.
Take your pick of 59 weekly flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The 06:25 departure with Air France is the earliest you can take from LYS to CDG. Air France operates the latest service of the day at 21:30 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Paris (and then seeing more of France!) is simple with Air France. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LYS and CDG are:
Frankfurt Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
For a domestic flight within France, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show another kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from LYS to CDG, check your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is R 1,166. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,520. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LYS to CDG.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LYS to CDG. There's no need to search every day to see if airfares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon, Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport can be reached in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
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Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CDG:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport to the centre of Paris is about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LYS to CDG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Paris
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Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are among the things you can't miss in Paris.
There's more than one way to travel to Paris. Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is another great choice. Check out the prices and departure times from this domestic airport.
Complete your Paris trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Charles de Gaulle Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Paris stay.