Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône to Toronto (LYS–YYZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between LYS and YYZ, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Toronto from Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône
| Metric | LYS→YYZ | GVA→YYZ | FNI→YYZ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LYS | – | 60 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 8h 37m | 8h 21m | 8h 57m |
Travel Essentials
LYS: CET · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, it's 1:00 PM in Toronto.
French passport holders do not need a visa for Canada but must obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before flying. The eTA costs CAD 7, is applied for online, and most approvals come through within minutes. It is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per entry.
The eTA is only required for air travel. If entering Canada by land or sea, no eTA is needed, just a valid passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the intended stay.
UP Express from T1 to Union Station runs every 15 minutes (25 min, CAD $12.35). The station is inside T1; take the LINK train from T3 arrivals first (free, 3 min). Taxis to downtown use a meter; expect CAD $55–75.Ride-hail (Uber, Lyft) picks up at the designated Ground Transportation area; follow signs. TTC buses run to the Kipling and Bloor–Yonge subway stations (CAD $3.30) for a longer but cheaper option. Car rental agencies are at T1 and accessible from T3 via the LINK train.
Humid continental climate. Winters are harsh (−10 to −1°C, December–March) with significant snowfall. Pearson closes runways for plowing and de-icing regularly, causing wave delays. Ice storms (freezing rain) are more disruptive than snowfall and can halt operations for hours. Buffalo-effect lake-effect snow can bring heavy accumulations with little warning.
Summers are warm and humid (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that delay departures July–August. Spring and fall are pleasant but unpredictable. YYZ connections in winter require significant schedule buffer. It is Canada's most weather-disrupted major hub.
LYS–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LYS to YYZ
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
LYS to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LYS to YYZ ranges from 8 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,956 miles (6,366 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via MMU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Geneva (GVA) and Nîmes/Garons (FNI).