Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon.
Each week, there are 45 Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 07:20 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:30 with Vueling.
Give yourself enough time to make your LYS to BCN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Getting to Barcelona (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is easyJet.
Vueling stands out as the most punctual carrier for LYS to BCN flights, with 87.23% of its services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and BCN:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Menorca Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
£16 is the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. A return flight starts at £31. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to BCN.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights that depart Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BCN if you're taking a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 11 miles from central Barcelona. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to BCN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Barcelona, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey about 160 miles west to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Spain, head for Logroño, roughly 250 miles west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are the start of reasons to visit.