$436 Cheap flight deals from Washington (WAS) to Lyon (LYS)

The Best DC Airports

Before you call airlines looking for flights from Washington, DC, you should check with Orbitz.com. The two major airports in DC are Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alaska Airlines, US Airways, and Frontier Airlines handle domestic flights from Ronald Reagan, while Virgin America, ExpressJet Airlines, and Colgan Air operate out of Washington Dulles. Ronald Reagan is only three miles from the downtown area, and Washington Dulles is 26 miles from downtown.

Long-Term Parking Options

The five parking lots at Ronald Reagan offer daily and hourly parking rates, and the airport charges $20 per day for parking in the long-term lots. The economy lot only charges $12 per day, but this lot is open and uncovered. Washington Dulles has two long-term parking lots that charge $17 per day and one economy lot that charges $10 per day. For $30, you can use valet parking.

Public Transportation Choices

The Metrorail and Metrobus make at least one stop at each airport every day. The stops are clearly marked around the city, and you can find maps that help you find the correct line. Taxis are not as low cost as the public transportation options because the drivers charge a pickup fee, baggage fee, fee per mile, and a fee for any time that the driver must wait.

Places to Eat

Both airports offer a range of dining options. Washington Dulles is home to Dulles to Go, Five Guys, Subway, and Wendy's, while Ronald Reagan has Dunkin' Donuts, Euro Cafe, and Jerry's Subs & Pizza. Once you have something to eat, you can browse through the sales at some of the shops surrounding the restaurants. If you want to enjoy your vacation, use Orbitz.com to look for flights from Washington DC.

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.