Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon one hour behind Lyon.
Flights from LYS to LIS start at 05:10 — the first with TAP Air Portugal. The last departure is at 22:20 with easyJet. Overall, there are 19 weekly Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LYS to LIS flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Lisbon (and then exploring more of Portugal!) is a snap with TAP Air Portugal. This popular airline offers direct flights from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport.
TAP Air Portugal is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier offering LYS to LIS flights, with 71.01% of its services arriving as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and LIS:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Currently, ر.ق. 124 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 250. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to LIS, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LYS to LIS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Airport, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lyon Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
If you're landing on a late Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near LIS:
Grab a Lisbon Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Lisbon Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport to the centre of Lisbon has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Lyon Airport to Lisbon Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Amadora is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without dropping by Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.
