Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Warsaw and Lyon (where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most traveled route, with six flights a week to pick from. You can travel from LYS to WAW at 11:10 with LOT - Polish Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your LYS to Warsaw flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw ticket. Begin your trip at LYS and end it at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Book your seat with LOT - Polish Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from LYS to Warsaw. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LYS is about 19 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
69.6% of flights that depart Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Warsaw
ر.ق. 167 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 369. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LYS to Warsaw.
May is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week before your flight from LYS to Warsaw.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
After your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near WMI. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LYS to Warsaw flight at any of these well-located options:
Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent make picking up a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at WMI will help you save.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Travel to Warsaw during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LYS to Warsaw around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Warsaw, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and Palace of Culture and Science are must-do's during your Warsaw adventure.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Poland just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a visit to Lodz will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
