Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 5 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from LYS to New York. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from LYS to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Located around 31 kilometres from central Lyon, LYS can be reached in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 47 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to New York
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York is 178 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 391 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LYS to New York. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is located around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 48 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from LYS to New York, unwind at a hotel close to JFK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to New York, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from LYS to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to New York, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
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