LYS - Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport
Lyon, France
IATA Code: LYS · Lyon, France
The airport code LYS is the IATA identifier for Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lyon Airport (LYS).
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) serves Lyon, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LYS is the IATA airport code for Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport, located in Lyon, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.7256°N, 5.0811°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- LYS
- City
- Lyon
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 45.7256°
- Longitude
- 5.0811°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LYS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LYN - Lyon | 11 km | $170 | $0/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 45 km | $694 | $1/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 63 km | $972 | $2/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 64 km | $987 | $2/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 83 km | $1,281 | $3/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 112 km | $1,728 | $3/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 122 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 122 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| CEQ - Cannes | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| NCE - Nice | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LYS Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from LYS
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Lyon
Lyon experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through LYS
As a European airport, LYS falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via LYS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LYS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to LYS are LYN, GNB, CMF — consider these for potentially lower fares