Colombier-Saugnieu LYS to Ajaccio AJA Flights

Flights from Colombier-Saugnieu to Ajaccio generally leave from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport.

Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 8.3 km away from Colombier-Saugnieu city centre and Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is 6.4 km from Ajaccio city centre.

Since both Colombier-Saugnieu and Ajaccio are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

The best events to attend in Ajaccio include:

• Fête de la Saint-Érasme, a vibrant festival celebrating the patron saint of Ajaccio with processions and local traditions
• Festival du Film d'Ajaccio, an annual film festival showcasing international cinema and promoting emerging filmmakers
• Fête de la Musique, a lively celebration of music held on the summer solstice featuring performances across the city.

The best holidays to experience in Ajaccio include:

• Bastille Day, vibrant celebrations with fireworks and parades throughout the city
• Assumption Day, a significant local holiday with religious processions and festive events
• Easter, mild spring weather and traditional religious observances.

The best seasons to visit Ajaccio are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Ajaccio is during May-June or September-October.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.