Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Lyon is one hour behind Santorini (Thira) and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your JTR to LYS flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Transavia France offers direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Transavia France.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JTR and LYS include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is £44. A round-trip ticket right now is £96. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from JTR to LYS by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Landing cheap flights from JTR to LYS is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Santorini International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 92.74% of flights that take off from JTR reach their destination without delay.
Central Santorini (Thira) to Santorini International Airport is around 3 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near JTR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LYS:
Explore without limits with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Lyon and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 19 miles from the centre of Lyon. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Santorini International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Santorini 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 (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JTR to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Lyon. Around 240 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 170 miles south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.