$383 Cheap flight deals from Seattle (SEA) to Lyon (LYS)

Seattle Airport

While Seattle is home to several airports, the only one that handles commercial flights is the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Also known as Sea-Tac, this airport is responsible for all incoming flights, along with flights from Seattle. Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and US Airways are a few airlines that operate out of this airport. Located in SeaTac, Washington, the airport sits along the intersection of three state routes: 99, 518, and 509. Though the airport has three terminals, only the Concourse Terminal and North Satellite Terminal handle domestic flights. The South Satellite Terminal specializes in international flights. It's just a short drive from the airport to downtown.

Transportation

When you need to reach your hotel quickly, head for the public transportation system, which consists of Sound Transit and Metro Transit. The buses and light rails only cost a few dollars, and you can visit the sales counter at any station to purchase tickets for your trip. The light rail system drops passengers directly at some of the top hotels in the downtown area. Seattle uses a grid system for its roads, which makes finding your hotel easy if you drive. You can use the Orbitz.com sign to look for rental cars from the airport.

Weather

If you visit during the spring, winter, or fall, you need a warm coat and an umbrella. Though the city does not get snow, it does get a high amount of rain during these seasons, and temperatures that can drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer is much warmer, with temperatures in the high 70s and less rainfall.

Popular Attractions

Seattle is home to dozens of cultural activities and attractions, including the Seattle International Film Festival, the Henry Art Galley, the Woodland Park Zoo, and the Seattle Underground Tour, which takes you through older parts of the city. When you look for flights from Seattle on Orbitz.com, take a few minutes to look for other low-cost attractions in the city.

Lyon St-Exupéry Airport Information

When you book flights to Lyon with Orbitz.com, your plane will land at the Lyon St-Exupéry Airport. A number of domestic and international carriers fly into the airport, including Aer Lingus, Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways and easyJet. The airport is located about 13 miles outside of the city.

Transportation from the Lyon St-Exupéry Airport

To drive from the airport to the city, you can book a rental car online at Orbitz.com. Car rental companies that operate out of the airport include Avis, Hertz and National. There are also several public transportation options available. The Tram Express, which brings you to the city in 30 minutes, costs about 15 dollars. Multiple bus companies operate out of the airport, going into Lyon and cities around the region. You can buy bus tickets from the kiosks in the airport near ground transportation. The TGV train operates from a station within walking distance from the terminal, and trains run regularly to Paris, Lyon and Grenoble. Taxis are also available, and the drive into the city takes between 30 and 45 minutes.

Weather in Lyon

Temperatures in Lyon can vary dramatically from summer to winter. In the coldest months, December and January, temperatures can fall to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. In July, the warmest month, the weather in the city is regularly above 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Highlights of Lyon

Many visitors to Lyon come for the world-class restaurants and shops, which are located in the historic city center. Art and music are also popular activities, and the Galerie le Réverbère and the Bec de Jazz are must-see cultural attractions. After you book discount flights to Lyon, you can use Orbitz.com to find deals on regional activities and tours around the city.