Does the price change by terminal?

No, the €55-70 flat rate covers both terminals and the TGV station. Same price for T1 or T2.

How early should I leave before my flight?

Leave 2.5h before for domestic, 3h for international. The journey takes 30 min, add 15 min margin.

Can the taxi pick me up on arrival?

Yes, the driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign. They monitor your flight in real time.

Is the Rhônexpress cheaper than a taxi?

For 1 person yes (€16.30 vs €55-70). But for 2 it's nearly the same, and for 3-4 the taxi is cheaper. Plus the door-to-door convenience.

27 km · 30 min

Taxi Lyon → Saint-Exupéry Airport

Your airport transfer at a fixed price of €55 — €70. Home pickup, professional driver.

27 km30 minFrom 55 — 70 €

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Distance

27 km

Duration

30 min

Estimated price

55 — 70 €

Availability

24/7

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, located 27 km east of Lyon, serves over 10 million passengers annually with flights across Europe, North Africa and some long-haul destinations. It has two terminals (T1 for traditional carriers, T2 for low-cost) and a TGV station connected to the high-speed network. A taxi transfer is the preferred choice for Lyon business travelers, holiday families and tourists arriving in Lyon. The Rhônexpress (express tram) costs €16.30 per person and only serves Part-Dieu — a taxi is often more economical for 2+ passengers with door-to-door service.

Route

Route Lyon → Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry

From central Lyon (Bellecour, Part-Dieu, Perrache), your driver joins the A43 towards Chambéry via the eastern ring road (Laurent Bonnevay). The A43 is a wide, smooth motorway except during rush hours (7:30-9am airport-bound, 5-7pm Lyon-bound). Exit 'Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry' after 25 km. The driver drops you directly at your terminal (T1 departures level or T2).

Main route: A43 direction Chambéry — ~4 € de péage

Points of interest along the way

A43 direction Chambéry

Gare TGV de l'aéroport

Terminal 1 & 2

Practical tips

Our tips for Lyon → Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tips & best practices

Specific tips for the Lyon → Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry route

For an early flight (7am departure), book your taxi at 5am: the route is clear and you arrive 2h before boarding. Terminal 2 (low-cost) is a 5-min walk from Terminal 1 — check your terminal before departure. The airport TGV station is in the Satolas building, between both terminals. Tip: long-stay parking costs €12-15/day — for a 3-day weekend, a return taxi (€110-140) is often cheaper than parking + fuel.

Tolls: ~4 € de péage

Pricing

Taxi fare Lyon → Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry

All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.

Day rate

Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm

55 — 70 €

Night rate

7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge

63 — 81 €

Sunday & holidays

All day, 10% surcharge

61 — 77 €

* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.

Transport comparison

How to get from Lyon to Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry?

Taxi vs alternatives

Detailed comparison of transport options

Rhônexpress connects Part-Dieu to the airport in 30 min for €16.30/person (€29.60 return). For 2 passengers, a TaxiNeo taxi at €55-70 works out at €27-35/person — nearly identical to the Rhônexpress but door-to-door. For 3-4 passengers, it's clearly cheaper. Bus 47 costs €2 but takes 50-60 min. The taxi offers the best value for families and business travelers.

Sedan (1-4 passengers)

55 — 70 €

Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises

Van (5-7 passengers)

85 €

Ideal for families and groups