Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Doha.
Flights from DOH to LYS start from 08:25 — the first with Qatar Airways. The latest departure is at 09:10 with Qatar Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 11 weekly Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.
Your DOH to LYS flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Lyon (and then seeing more of France!) is a cinch with Qatar Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Qatar Airways on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering DOH to LYS flights. An impressive 88.57% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DOH and LYS include:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is C$198. A return fare is currently C$539. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from DOH to LYS, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DOH to LYS.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that take off from DOH reach their destination without delay.
Hamad International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DOH? If you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Lyon. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DOH to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its must-visit sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.