Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 2 hours 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Valletta and Lyon share the same timezone (UTC+1).
Choose from 3 weekly flights from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The 18:15 departure with KM Malta Airlines is the earliest flight out between MLA and LYS. KM Malta Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:35 if early mornings aren't your thing.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
To break up your flight from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the MLA - LYS route include:
Marseille Provence Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter France. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before organising your cheap ticket from MLA to LYS, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
38 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Return flights start at 123 €. These fares may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from MLA to LYS, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from MLA to LYS every day.
Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Valletta. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a convenient hotel near MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 47 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Malta International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MLA to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Lyon
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Lyon right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from MLA to LYS:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are essential stops on your Lyon itinerary.
Complete your Lyon trip with hotels and a car rental
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