Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon (the location of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport).
The most popular route is from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Take your pick of 4 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LYS to HAM is the 06:30 Volotea service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 18:30 with Volotea.
To ensure you catch your flight from LYS to Hamburg, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can catch a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg that arrives at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Book your ticket with Volotea. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from LYS to Hamburg that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
If you hold a passport from France and want to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg.
LYS is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 47 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LYS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Hamburg
$101 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg. A return flight starts at $188. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to Hamburg.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres. It'll take you about 59 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to LBC if you're taking a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
As soon as your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 29 minutes by car. Central Hamburg is approximately 11 kilometres from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near HAM. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LYS to Hamburg at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Travel to Hamburg in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Or, book flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LYS to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
After locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Hamburg, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Hamburg itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
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