Travelling from Tirana Airport (TIA) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport.
Tirana and Lyon share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are five Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, jump on the 05:00 Wizz Air Malta flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:55 with Transavia France.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your TIA to LYS flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Wizz Air Malta has direct flights from Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
Wizz Air Malta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Handy information about Tirana Airport (TIA)
When it comes to Tirana Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Tirana Airport from central Tirana, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to TIA:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel near LYS if you're taking a late Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Lyon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Lyon Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lyon Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Airport, Lyon is approximately 26 kms (16 miles) away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Lyon in March.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Tirana Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TIA to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lyon. Around 386 kms (240 miles) away to the north-west, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
Marseille is another well-known destination in France and is around 274 kms (170 miles) south of Lyon. No journey is complete without experiencing Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.