Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 8 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from LYS to Los Angeles, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from LYS to Los Angeles that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes about 47 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LYS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Los Angeles
ج.م. 13,902 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 27,930. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to Los Angeles, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Getting a cheap ticket from LYS to Los Angeles is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
It takes around 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from LYS to Los Angeles:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from LYS to Los Angeles sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
After locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are top attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Los Angeles to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you everything you need to know about car rentals in Los Angeles, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
