Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Heraklion.
Flights from HER to LYS start at 07:30 — the first with Aegean Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:59 with Volotea. In total, there are five weekly Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your HER to LYS flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Fly nonstop to Lyon with one of these carriers and experience this amazing part of France:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HER and LYS:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is ج.م. 1,912. A return fare is currently ج.م. 5,157. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from HER to LYS, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
80.18% of flights departing from Heraklion Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from HER.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HER:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Book a hotel close to LYS if you have a late Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Lyon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to visit Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HER to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
