Travelling from Menara Airport (RAK) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Marrakech and Lyon share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 17 Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 08:45 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:45 with Volotea.
Your RAK to LYS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, so jetting to Lyon (and then seeing more of France!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Transavia France.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for RAK to LYS flights is Transavia France.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RAK and LYS:
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is C$56. A round-trip plane ticket right now is C$149. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from RAK to LYS by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RAK to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Menara Airport (RAK)
Of all flights leaving Menara Airport, 73.36% land on time at their destination.
Central Marrakech to Menara Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near RAK:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Stay at 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 wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Menara Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RAK to LYS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another standout destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.