Traveling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Milan and Lyon are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Take your pick of 16 weekly Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with Twin Jet is the earliest available. Twin Jet operates the latest service of the day at 20:05.
Your MXP to LYS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Twin Jet is your ticket to exploring Lyon (and maybe even some other great corners of France!). Check out the direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Twin Jet is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MXP and LYS:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, $46 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $102. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MXP to LYS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
68.23% of flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 30 miles from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MXP:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LYS:
Hit the road running by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the center of Lyon has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 miles away.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 88ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to LYS in January. Temperatures average between 27ºF and 48ºF then.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lyon. Around 240 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 170 miles south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
