Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lyon six hours behind Phuket.
Give yourself enough time to make your HKT to LYS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HKT and LYS:
Frankfurt Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
ر.ق. 1,193 is currently the best price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 2,764. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from HKT to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKT to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights that leave from Phuket International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near HKT? If you've booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Lyon. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the busiest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Lyon in January.
When reserving your flight from Phuket International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HKT to LYS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If there's time to check out another major stop in France, consider Marseille, about 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are key reasons to visit.