Flying from Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is three hours behind Saint-Denis and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth 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 board your RUN to LYS flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Charles de Gaulle Airport is a top stopover on the RUN to LYS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Right now, £367 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £685. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUN to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUN to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN)
62.88% of flights departing from Reunion Roland Garros Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Reunion Roland Garros Airport from central Saint-Denis, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to RUN? If you're catching an early flight from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near LYS:
Follow your own route with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Lyon and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around 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.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Reunion Roland Garros 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).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUN to LYS sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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, its top attractions include 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.