Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, making Lyon six hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MSP and LYS:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Right now, £370 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £501. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MSP to LYS if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from MSP to LYS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 13 miles from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MSP:
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 Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 miles away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Lyon in January.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey around 240 miles north-west to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 170 miles south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
