Getting to & from Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport
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About 30–40 minutes by car to central Lyon.
Distance is a straight-line estimate adjusted for typical roads and is approximate. Journey times and fares below are indicative — always check with the operator before you travel.
Transport to & from Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport
Ways to travel between Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport and Lyon city centre. All options work in both directions.
Direct tram-train to Lyon Part-Dieu station.
Taxis from the rank; fares approximate.
Driving & parking
Arriving by car or being dropped off? Here is what to know.
Short-stay, long-stay and drop-off options are available. Booking in advance is usually cheaper than turning up on the day.
Compare parking at Lyon-Saint Exupery AirportLicensed taxis wait at the rank outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps operate at most airports. If someone is dropping you off, follow signs for the designated drop-off zone — many airports now charge a fee for this.
Book an airport taxi online
Prefer a door-to-door transfer? Book a private airport taxi in advance with a fixed price and a driver waiting when you land.
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City-centre hotels for arriving passengers
Flying into Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport and staying over? Browse hotels in Lyon city centre to be close to the action when you land.
Compare availability and prices for a wide choice of city-centre hotels near where you are arriving.
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