Flying from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is four hours 30 minutes behind Hyderabad and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your HYD to LYS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HYD and LYS:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is £227. A return plane ticket is currently £474. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HYD to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HYD to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
73.37% of flights that depart Rajiv Gandhi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is about 20 miles from central Hyderabad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to HYD:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Reserve a hotel close to LYS if you're catching a late Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Lyon and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 19 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to explore Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HYD to LYS sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. About 240 miles north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 170 miles south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
