Lyon Airport Transfer from City Centre: Private Car or Minivan

Skip the taxi queue and arrive at the airport without navigating unfamiliar roads.

A private transfer picks you up from your Lyon hotel or address and drives you to Lyon Airport (LYS) in a sedan or minivan sized for your group, with a named driver waiting at reception and all tolls and parking covered. The journey takes around 30 minutes depending on traffic. Courtesy time of 15 minutes is included from your requested pickup. Infants and children travel in provided safety seats. One standard suitcase per passenger is included.

The experience

The driver arrives at your hotel reception or the address you provide, holding a board with your name. You climb into a Premium sedan for a solo traveller or couple, a 6-seat minivan for a small family, or an 8-seat minibus if your group is larger. The vehicle is yours alone for the trip: no shared stops, no waiting for other passengers. Your chauffeur handles the route while you sit back. All parking fees and airport tolls are already paid.

The transfer covers the 30-minute run from Lyon city centre to the airport terminal, though traffic can stretch or shorten that time. You have a 15-minute courtesy window from your requested pickup time, so the driver won't charge you if they arrive a few minutes early or if you're running a few minutes late. Infants up to 2 years old and children up to 6 years old travel in a safety seat provided at no extra cost. Just let the operator know how many children are in your party when you book.

What’s included

• Private one-way transfer from Lyon city centre to Lyon Airport.
• meet and greet service with a named driver.
• vehicle choice sized to your group (sedan, 6-seat minivan, or 8-seat minibus).
• all parking fees and airport tolls.
• child and infant safety seats for children up to 6 years old.
• all taxes and VAT.

Options for this experience

3 options

Private transfer for 1-3 passengersNo fixed timePrivate transfer for 1-3 passengers, pickup is included

Private transfer for 4-6 passengersNo fixed timePrivate transfer for 4-6 passengers, pickup is included

Private transfer for 7-8 passengersNo fixed timePrivate transfer for 7-8 passengers, pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 42 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Book the sedan if you're travelling alone or as a couple and want to keep costs down; choose the minivan for a family of four to six; pick the minibus if your group reaches seven or eight and you want everyone in a single vehicle. The driver's nameplate and hotel pickup mean you don't have to hunt for your transport or negotiate with a taxi queue on arrival.

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Top questions

Can I book a transfer for different group sizes?

Yes. The private transfer comes in three options: a sedan for 1 to 3 passengers, a 6-seat minivan for 4 to 6 passengers, or an 8-seat minibus for 7 to 8 passengers. Choose the size that fits your group at checkout.

What happens if my flight is very early in the morning?

The transfer operates at any time. You set your pickup time when you book. Traffic is lightest in the early morning, so the 30-minute estimate may be shorter. The driver will be waiting at your hotel at the time you request.

Is luggage included in the transfer?

One standard suitcase per passenger is included. Each suitcase should not exceed 46 x 69 x 29 centimetres. Additional or oversized luggage incurs an extra fee.

What if I need to bring a child car seat?

Safety seats for infants and children up to 6 years old are provided at no extra cost. Tell the operator the ages and number of children when you book so the correct seats are ready in the vehicle.

How early should I request pickup before my flight?

The 30-minute transfer time is approximate and depends on traffic and the time of day. Most travellers request pickup 90 minutes to 2 hours before their flight departure to allow a buffer for traffic and airport check-in.