Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

Airport Overview:

The Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport opened in 1975 and is a major hub for Air France. There are direct flights to more than 100 destinations throughout Europe and North America. The airport is names after the French writer and pilot, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, who was a Lyon native.

Transportation:

Auto Europe offers car rentals at Lyon Airport as well as offices in downtown Lyon, for all your car rental needs.  

Auto Europe offers discounted rates on chauffeur services in Lyon, as well as airport transfer services.

Trains operate from the TGV station at Lyon Airport and serve many destinations in France, including Paris Gare de Lyon, Marseille and Montpellier.

There are also bus and taxi services available outside the terminal.

Airport Hotels:

There are several hotels located on the airport grounds, including the Sofitel and Hotel Kyriad.

Discounted rates on hotel reservations in Lyon are available through Auto Europe.

Information Desks:

There are three information desks located within the Lyon Airport.

Airport Facilities:

Money: The Lyon Airport offers banks, ATMs and bureau de change.

Eating and drinking: There is a wide range of restaurants, cafés and bars located in both terminals of the Lyon Airport.

Shopping: There are a variety of shops available at the Lyon airport, including duty-free.  

Other facilities: A 24-hour medical center is available in the central building of the airport. There are also mother and baby changing rooms available as well.

IATA Code:  LYS

Airport Name:  Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport

Telephone:  +33 (0)4 2600 7007

Airport Location:  The Lyon Airport is approximately 15 miles from downtown Lyon.

Terminals: 2