Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is one hour behind Riga and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your RIX to LYS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between RIX and LYS include:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, $74 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $193. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from RIX to LYS, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the flights that depart from Riga International Airport, 71.03% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel near LYS if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 31 kilometers from central Lyon. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to LYS in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometers north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 274 kilometers south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.