Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Lyon.
Each week, there are 37 Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, go for the 06:35 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:00 with easyJet.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport. When you're ready to start your Porto holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Portugal:
Transavia France is the top choice for travellers on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between LYS and OPO include:
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Laleu Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Porto Airport (OPO)
R 618 is the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,130. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from LYS to OPO by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LYS to OPO.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
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 Porto Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Porto Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go to explore Porto and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Porto Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Porto in January.
The warmest month in Porto is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Porto Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to OPO in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south of Porto, a trip to Lisbon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
If you want to check out another great destination in Portugal, consider Amadora, about 274 kilometres south of Porto. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are among its highlights.