Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Lyon and Budapest are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LYS to BUD flight.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is easyJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LYS and BUD:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Right now, $57 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $115. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from LYS to BUD by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the flights that depart from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LYS:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Consider booking a hotel near BUD if you're catching a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Budapest and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Budapest in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to explore other corners of Hungary. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its leading sights. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Hungary, consider Miskolc, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are among the biggest draws.