Flying from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Lyon is one hour behind Corfu and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CFU to LYS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Lyon (and perhaps some other exciting parts of France!). Browse the direct flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CFU and LYS:
Naples International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Currently, $27 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $66. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CFU to LYS.
The cheapest month for flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Finding cheap flights from CFU to LYS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.97% of flights that depart CFU arrive at their destination on time.
Central Corfu to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport is approximately 2 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CFU:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before traveling.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 19 miles from the center of Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the busiest month for flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Lyon in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 55ºF and 88ºF. Book your flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CFU to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between 27ºF and 48ºF then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 240 miles north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another well-known destination in France and is around 170 miles south of Lyon. No trip is complete without visiting Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.