Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône to Miami (LYS–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LYS–MIA has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Miami from Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône
| Metric | LYS→MIA | FNI→MIA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LYS | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 8h 53m | 10h 53m |
Travel Essentials
LYS: CEST · MIA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, it's 12:00 PM in Miami.
French citizens enter the US visa-free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for up to 90 days for tourism or business. You must get an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. The ESTA costs USD 21 and is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires. Apply at least 72 hours before departure, though most approvals come within minutes.
Your passport must be biometric (the e-passport symbol on the cover). At US immigration, you will be fingerprinted and photographed. Officers may ask about your trip purpose, accommodation, and return plans. You cannot extend a VWP stay beyond 90 days or change status while in the US. For longer stays or work, apply for a visa at the US Embassy in Paris (2 Avenue Gabriel, Paris 8e).
Air France, Delta, United, and other carriers fly Paris CDG to multiple US cities direct, including New York JFK, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and Washington Dulles. The US dollar is the local currency. Tipping is expected (15 to 20% at restaurants). Travel insurance covering medical costs is strongly recommended since US healthcare charges are extreme by French standards. An ER visit can cost USD 3,000 or more without insurance.
Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).
Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.
Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.
LYS–MIA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LYS to MIA
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
LYS to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LYS to MIA is about 8 hours 53 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,751 miles (7,646 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, London Heathrow and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nîmes/Garons (FNI).