Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport.
Lyon and Hamburg share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from LYS to HAM start from 06:30 — the first with Volotea. The last departure is at 18:30 with Volotea. In total, you can choose from four weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LYS to HAM flight.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Volotea offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Hamburg — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Volotea on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and HAM:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
$90 is the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport flight. A return flight starts at $187. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from LYS to HAM, book your trip five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights leaving from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometers from central Lyon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport to the center of Hamburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Hamburg in January.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg Airport for August if you'd like to go to Hamburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to HAM in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 257 kilometers south-east to Berlin to tick off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Essen is another essential stop in Germany and is around 306 kilometers south-west of Hamburg. No journey is complete without experiencing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.