Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport

LFLL / LYS

Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
4 kt
100°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLL 041030Z 10004KT 060V150 CAVOK 14/06 Q1025 NOSIG
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (821 ft)
Pressure Alt
469 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 546 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFLL 040500Z 0406/0512 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 0410/0412 13006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLL
17L ✈️
35R
17R ✈️
35L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17L/35R
Active: 17L
8,760 ft 148 ft ASP 175°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 17R
13,124 ft 148 ft ASP 175°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFLL

7,702 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.8%
MVFR
14.6%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
8.3%

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.4%
NE
3%
E
3.8%
SE
29.8%
S
25.9%
SW
4%
W
4.2%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

March February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,702 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLL
IATA Code: LYS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 821 ft MSL

Location

City: Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.725996°
Longitude: 5.090139°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17L/35R
Length: 8,760 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 13,124 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport

Overview

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport serves as a major international airport located in the Rhône department of France, positioned near Colombier-Saugnieu. Situated at an elevation of 821 feet above mean sea level, the airport is a critical transportation hub for the Lyon metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation of 821 ft MSL and location in southeastern France suggests potential for varied meteorological conditions influenced by regional topography. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's position, with two substantial runways (17L/35L at 13,124 ft and 17R/35R at 8,760 ft) providing operational flexibility across different wind scenarios.

Notable Features

Lyon Saint-Exupéry features two parallel asphalt runways with significant length, enabling operations for wide-body and long-haul aircraft. The airport's coordinates at 45.725996, 5.090139 place it in a geographic region that may experience complex terrain interactions, potentially affecting local wind patterns and approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

The dual runway configuration (17L/35L and 17R/35R) offers substantial operational advantages, with the longer runway measuring 13,124 feet providing ample landing and takeoff distance. Pilots should assess current wind conditions to determine optimal runway selection, noting the parallel runway alignment which allows for potential simultaneous approach capabilities.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.