Traveling from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Lyon is six hours ahead of Tampa. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located in Lyon, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tampa to LYS.
With more travelers during busy periods like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Tampa International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is about 32 kilometers from central Tampa. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Tampa to LYS flight? Unwind in a hotel near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
77% of flights leaving St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near LYS and turn out the lights sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is around 26 kilometers from the center of Lyon. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
Currently, $372 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $834. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Tampa to LYS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Lyon. June is when most people book flights from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Tampa to LYS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Lyon
After booking your flight from Tampa to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lyon:
Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Lyon must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Explore more of France
You've done Lyon, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel around 274 kilometers south to Marseille to check off its leading sights. From Les Calanques to Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in France, consider Nice, about 290 kilometers southeast of Lyon. Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice are key reasons to visit.
