Looking ahead to summer 2026: new destinations and enhanced services at Lyon Aéroport
140 destinations, including 7 brand-new additions: Lyon Aéroport is once again broadening its horizons for a summer 2026 packed with getaways.
An optimised passenger experience: digital services and bespoke solutions for planning ahead and travelling with peace of mind.
Much more than just an airport: a place to enjoy, with a vibrant summer programme combining entertainment, experiences and new culinary delights.
More than just a point of departure, the airport is becoming a destination in its own right: new destinations, streamlined services and a brand-new summer programme, all designed to ensure passengers’ travel time is both productive and enjoyable, in line with VINCI Airports’ passenger-centric strategy.
7 new destinations to broaden your horizons
With seven brand-new destinations, Lyon Airport’s network now includes 140 direct destinations and paves the way for new discoveries:
Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, a new long-haul route from July to a major African hub
Mykonos (Greece) and its iconic landscapes
Izmir (Turkey), a blend of culture and modernity
Catania (Sicily) and Alghero (Sardinia): head for the Italian islands
Keflavík (Iceland), gateway to the Far North
Tivat (Montenegro), on the shores of the Adriatic Sea
These new routes demonstrate how the international network from Lyon Airport has expanded to meet the needs of the region’s residents.
A smooth, straightforward journey… that’s entirely pre-planned
Planning your trip has never been easier thanks to the new ‘Traveller’s Toolbox’ section Traveller’s Toolbox | Lyon Aéroport. To ensure a stress-free journey, Lyon Aéroport has introduced this innovative digital platform, designed to simplify every stage of your journey, from your doorstep to the moment you board.
As the summer season is always a very busy time, the key is to plan ahead by visiting the airport’s website at www.lyonaeroports.com to:
Book your parking and guarantee a parking space at the best price.
Choose your free security time slot with Zenline.
Book your access to the travellers’ lounge, for an even more comfortable and indulgent wait.
Enjoy personalised services: with bespoke meet and greet packages and the Voyage Ado assistance service for teenagers.
Travel more sustainably: discover some useful tips for reducing the environmental impact of your travels.
Activities throughout the summer to help you relax while you wait for your flight
No more wasting time waiting for your flight – it’s time to enjoy the experience! Lyon Aéroport is offering a varied programme of activities for the summer, open to everyone:
Art & culture: a digital gallery featuring new works every month
A unique experience: a climbing wall in the public area of the terminal, before security checks and therefore accessible to everyone – even those who aren’t flying!
A sweet treat: the ‘Histoire de Glaces’ pop-up, featuring local artisanal flavours that showcase the region.
This summer season perfectly illustrates VINCI Airports’ ambition: to provide positive, seamless and innovative travel by placing the passenger experience at the heart of every journey.
For Cédric Fechter, Chairman of the Board of Aéroports de Lyon: “As the summer season approaches, our priority is to offer every passenger a smooth, stress-free and high-quality experience. Thanks to the hard work of all the teams at Lyon Aéroport and those of our partners, we are fully committed to ensuring a safe and successful summer. Every detail counts when it comes to ensuring our passengers travel in the best possible conditions. Because, for us, every departure must be the start of a truly successful journey.”
