Traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located in Lyon. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Lyon.
To avoid rushing for your LYS to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from LYS to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
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LYS is about 12 miles from central Lyon. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Tokyo
$503 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts at $743. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LYS to Tokyo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 12 miles from the center of Tokyo. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Reserving your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LYS to Tokyo can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 35 miles from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
After stepping off your LYS to Tokyo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to NRT. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo. March is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 84ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to Tokyo in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 48ºF and 59ºF on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tokyo. Around 250 miles away to the west, its top attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Japan, head for Nagoya, about 160 miles west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key reasons to visit.
