Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Lyon and Zagreb 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 an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LYS to ZAG flight.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and ZAG:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
$81 is currently the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. A return flight starts from $185. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to ZAG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights leaving from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes around 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Reserve a hotel near ZAG if you're taking a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility to explore Zagreb and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Franjo Tudman Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
From Franjo Tudman Airport, Zagreb is approximately 10 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the center.
It typically takes 1 hour when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Zagreb in February.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with the temperature ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºF and 46ºF. Look for cheap tickets from LYS to ZAG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Zagreb, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Travel around 160 miles south to Split to tick off its leading attractions. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Croatia, head for Rijeka, roughly 80 miles south-west of Zagreb. Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo are key highlights.
