Travelling from Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Poitiers and Lyon are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PIS to LYS flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Poitiers-Biard Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is a top stopover on the PIS to LYS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Right now, $96 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Poitiers-Biard Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $192. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PIS to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Handy information about Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS)
To reach Poitiers-Biard Airport from central Poitiers, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Poitiers-Biard Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to PIS:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Book a hotel close to LYS if you're on a late Poitiers-Biard Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the busiest month for flights from Poitiers-Biard Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Lyon in January.
Book your flight from Poitiers-Biard Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PIS to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of France
Lyon is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.