Traveling from Munich Airport (MUC) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Munich.
Every week, there are 21 Munich Airport to Lyon Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MUC to LYS flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Lyon (and then exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Lufthansa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
With 79.22% of services landing as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering MUC to LYS flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport. These are the top stopovers between MUC and LYS:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Nice Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Airport (MUC) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
$78 is currently the best price for a one-way Munich Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Return flights start at $145. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from MUC to LYS, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MUC to LYS.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport.
Handy information about Munich Airport (MUC)
79% of flights taking off from Munich Airport reach their destination on time.
Munich Airport is around 25 miles from central Munich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MUC. Whether you have an early flight from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late Munich Airport to Lyon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near LYS:
Grab a Lyon Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Lyon Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lyon Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Airport is roughly 16 miles from the center of Lyon. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lyon. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Munich Airport to Lyon Airport for August if you want to go to Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 82ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºF and 46ºF on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Lyon. Around 240 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in France, consider Marseille, about 170 miles south of Lyon. Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are highlights.
