Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · France

LFLLLYS

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport

Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, France

ICAO

LFLL

IATA

LYS

Category

International Hub

Elevation

821 ft

Country

France

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LFLL

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LFLL / LYS) in Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, France, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LFLL is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – France

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of France.

Applicable permit lead times for France are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for France are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at LFLL

Direct FBO and handler coordination at LFLL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LFLL

Fuel on record at Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LFLL

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for LFLL: 45° 43′ 34″ N 5° 5′ 24″ E; elevation 821 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LFLL.

Cargo Operations at LFLL

Support for freighter operations into LFLL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport

Latitude
45° 43′ 34″ N
Longitude
5° 5′ 24″ E
ICAO code
LFLL
IATA code
LYS
Municipality
Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To LYS?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for LFLL.

Submit flight inquiry for LFLL

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LFLL

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport?

The ICAO code is LFLL and the IATA code is LYS.

Is Jet A1 available at LFLL?

Yes. Fuel on record at Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at LFLL?

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does LFLL operate in?

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport operates on UTC+1.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for LFLL?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for LFLL.