Cheap flights from Birmingham to Lyon

The busiest travel periods for these two cities fall around school holidays and December through January when prices tend to be higher. March stands out as the cheaper time to book your ticket, with April also showing lower demand compared to summer months. Weekday departures generally offer better value than weekend flights on this route.

Several carriers service Birmingham to Lyon, some flying direct while others connect passengers through their networks. Low-cost options like Easyjet and Ryanair typically fly non-stop between the two cities. Full-service airlines including KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings and Lufthansa City Airlines may route travelers via hubs before reaching Lyon.

Lyon has two main arrival points: St Exupery airport and Lyon Part-Dieu Railway Station in the city centre. Most visitors arrange ground transport from whichever terminal they land at before exploring further. Trains connect quickly to other French destinations from Part-Dieu station.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, E · 230 V

Language

French

Emergency number

112, 15, 17

Driving side

right

Calling code

+33

Internet domain

.fr

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Lyon

519 k (2023)

Time zone

UTC+01 (Europe/Paris)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Verify which terminal Birmingham flights depart from before booking your ticket
• Check baggage allowances on low-cost carriers when comparing fares
• Review connection times if booking separate tickets through different airlines
• Ensure passport validity meets France entry requirements for your stay dates
• Consider traveling outside peak holiday periods to find better prices