Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

Arriving passengers pass through passport control if arriving from outside the Schengen area, collect checked baggage, and clear customs before exiting into the public arrivals area.

• Follow the overhead signs marked Baggage Reclaim and Exit upon exiting the aircraft.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen origins must present a valid passport or national ID at border control.
• Locate your flight number on the information screens in the baggage hall to find the correct luggage belt.
• Proceed through customs green (nothing to declare) or red (goods to declare) channels.
• Exit into the main public arrivals hall to access ground transportation and the TGV rail station.

• Train

  Tram-Train (Rhônexpress)

  Direct express tram service linking the airport to central Lyon every 15 to 30 minutes.

  Time:

  Roughly 30 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €15-€17 one-way

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official taxis wait outside the arrivals level of both terminals; night rates apply after 19:00.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €50-€80

• Ride-hailing

  Rideshare

  App-based pickup zones are designated in the official drop-off and pickup areas.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €40-€70

• Bus

  Coach / Regional Bus

  Long-distance bus operators run regular services from the airport coach station.

  Time:

  Roughly 35-50 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €5-€15

Terminal transfers and rail connections are handled entirely on foot via covered walkways.

• Terminals 1 and 2 are adjacent and connected by short pedestrian passages.
• The Gare de Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV station is directly accessible from the central terminal lobby.
• Connecting between Schengen and non-Schengen flights requires clearing security and passport checks.

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout all passenger areas of the airport.

• Select the official airport network on your mobile device or laptop.
• Complete a brief registration portal screen to activate the internet connection.
• Coverage extends across check-in halls, security gates, departure lounges, and baggage reclaim.

ATMs and foreign exchange services are available in public and airside terminal zones.

• Cash machines accepting international debit and credit cards are situated in arrivals and departures.
• Currency exchange desks operate in Terminal 1 for major international currencies.
• Contactless card payments are widely accepted across ground transport and local merchants in Lyon.

Dining choices range from quick-service cafes to traditional French restaurants.

• Bakeries, coffee shops, and grab-and-go outlets are situated in public areas before security.
• Airside departure zones feature sit-down eateries, bars, and international food outlets.
• Vending machines stocking beverages and small snacks operate 24 hours a day.

Pay-per-use and airline lounges offer quiet environments away from the main concourse.

• Airside lounge facilities are available in Terminal 1 for eligible passengers and walk-in entry.
• Facilities include complimentary food, drinks, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating.
• Entry pass access can be arranged online prior to travel or directly at the door subject to availability.

Hotels are located directly on the airport precinct within walking distance of the terminals.

• NH Lyon Airport is located directly opposite Terminal 1 and the TGV station.
• Additional mid-range and budget hotels are situated within a short walking distance or shuttle drive.
• Day rooms and overnight accommodation can be reserved online or at hotel reception desks.

Essential baggage services including trolleys, luggage protection, and lost property are present on-site.

• Luggage trolleys are positioned at passenger drop-off zones and in the baggage reclaim halls.
• Luggage wrapping services operate in the main departure concourse of Terminal 1.
• Lost property queries inside the airport terminal are handled by the main information desks.

Facilities for passengers travelling with young children are located throughout the airport.

• Baby-changing tables are integrated into designated toilet blocks across both terminals.
• Dedicated children's play areas are available airside in Terminal 1 departure lounges.
• Pushchairs can be taken through security up to the aircraft boarding gate.

• ATMs
• Currency exchange
• Information desk
• Car hire centre
• TGV Rail station
• Luggage wrapping
• Pharmacy
• Prayer room

Local emergency number: 112 (European General), 15 (Medical SAMU), 17 (Police).

• Notify airport personnel or visit an information desk immediately in the event of a medical emergency inside the terminal.
• Dial 112 from any telephone for general emergency assistance anywhere in France.
• Lost or stolen passports must be reported to the French border police (PAF) at the airport or your embassy.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
• France-Visas Official PortalGovernment source
• French Customs (Douane française)Government source
• Rhônexpress Express Tram-TrainOfficial transit source
• Service-Public France Public ServicesGovernment source