Travelling from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport (PUF) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Pau and Lyon are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from PUF to LYS start at 08:10 — the earliest with Twin Jet. The last departure is at 18:20 with Twin Jet. In total, you can choose from 49 weekly The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your PUF to LYS flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Lyon (and then exploring more of France!) is easy with Twin Jet. This popular airline offers direct flights from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Twin Jet.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport is a popular stop between PUF and LYS.
How to find the cheapest flights from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport (PUF) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is £102. A round-trip fare is currently £190. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from PUF to LYS by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PUF to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from The Pau-Pyrenees 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 The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport (PUF)
The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PUF land on schedule 81.33% of the time.
To get to The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport from central Pau, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PUF. Whether you're taking an early flight from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Book a hotel close to LYS if you're on a late The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Lyon and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around 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 typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from The Pau-Pyrenees International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PUF to LYS in January if you like 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 cities in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 240 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 170 miles south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.