Flying from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Jeddah two hours ahead of Lyon.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Jeddah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Transavia France. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Transavia France.
With a dependable 93.75% of services arriving as planned, Transavia France has the best on-time record for LYS to JED flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LYS and JED include:
Barcelona Airport
Algiers Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport flight is AED 524. A return plane ticket right now is AED 1,043. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LYS to JED.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LYS to JED is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
Of all flights departing from Lyon Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
Lyon Airport is about 26 kilometers from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
Consider booking a hotel near JED if you're catching a late Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Jeddah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget to explore Jeddah and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Jeddah Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Jeddah in March.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Airport to Jeddah Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to JED in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Jeddah, now it's time to discover other parts of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 88 kilometers east to Mecca to check off its must-visit sights. From Almashar Alharam Mosque to Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.