Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Hurghada is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lyon.
Flights from LYS to HRG start at 07:10 — the earliest with Transavia France. The last service of the day is at 09:50 with Transavia France. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your LYS to HRG flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Transavia France has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Hurghada — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Transavia France.
With a dependable 83.33% of services arriving as planned, Transavia France has the best on-time performance for LYS to HRG flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LYS and HRG:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
$176 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. Return flights start at $355. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to HRG.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
If you have a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near HRG:
Explore without limits with a Hurghada International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and find adventure across Hurghada and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Hurghada International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport to central Hurghada has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Hurghada. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hurghada International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hurghada, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to HRG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Hurghada, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Travel around 402 kilometres north-west to Cairo to tick off its leading sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Giza, roughly 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are highlights.