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R984+ Cheap flights from Lyon

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LYS — JNB
Mar 9 — Mar 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Lyon

Discover essential information about flights departing from Lyon, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Lyon airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 7 February 2026.

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R1 507 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 231 or less
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Cheapest flights from Lyon
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Fri 6/312:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Sat 14/322:30
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 6/2R9 068
Mon 2/319:10
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Air Algerie
Sat 7/322:30
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 6/2R9 165
Mon 23/319:10
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Air Algerie
Mon 30/322:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 6/2R9 181
Fri 3/413:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Mon 20/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 4/2R9 197
Fri 27/312:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Mon 20/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 6/2R9 213
Thu 26/319:10
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Air Algerie
Mon 20/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 6/2R9 536
Mon 6/420:10
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 15m
Air Algerie
Wed 15/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop20h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 5/2R9 552
Fri 10/413:00
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Lufthansa
Sat 25/48:45
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/2R11 182
Mon 11/518:55
LYS
-
CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Lufthansa
Sat 23/517:55
CPT
-
LYS
1 stop19h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/2R11 262
Sat 25/414:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Lufthansa
Sat 9/58:45
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/2R11 295
Mon 11/522:25
LYS
-
JNB
3 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/522:25
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2R11 343
Thu 14/513:10
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/58:45
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R11 392

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 25/4

20:10-6:25

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

R9 552

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/3

18:05-10:50

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-17:10

1 stop23h 05m

R12 360

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 5/3

14:40-5:35

1 stop37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:25-12:50

1 stop24h 25m

R12 473

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 30/4

7:05-8:35

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

8:45-9:40

2 stops24h 55m

R12 698

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 25/4

18:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

13:30-17:45

2 stops28h 15m

R12 731

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 12/5

18:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

13:30-17:45

2 stops28h 15m

R12 731

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 3/4

13:35-6:25

1 stop16h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

22:25-16:55

1 stop18h 30m

R12 860

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 3/3

14:10-22:05

1 stop30h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

23:15-9:25

1 stop34h 10m

R12 892

LyonCape Town

LYS - CPT

LYSCPT

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 9/5

14:35-9:30

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

17:55-18:10

1 stop24h 15m

R12 940

LyonCape Town

LYS - CPT

LYSCPT

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 24/2

14:40-16:45

1 stop25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

13:40-12:50

1 stop24h 10m

R13 505

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Travel insights for flights from Lyon

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When is the best time to book a flight from Lyon?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lyon to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lyon. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lyon?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon (average of R9 116). Flying from Lyon in December will prove the most costly (average of R12 973). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Lyon?

When flying from Lyon check dates and pricing for the following: Air France. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Emirates
Emirates
From R13 670
Air France
Air France
From R11 652

What are popular destinations to fly to from Lyon?

From Lyon you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Paris (488 flights per day), Amsterdam (92 flights per day) and Madrid (84 flights per day).

Paris
Paris
From R16 508
Valencia
Valencia
From R1 507

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Lyon?

The cheapest city to fly to from Lyon is Valencia, with prices starting at R1 507. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Valencia
Valencia
From R1 507
Paris
Paris
From R16 508

Airline reviews for flights from Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Lyon. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France from Lyon by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
Air France
7,4
Good
1 531 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Lyon. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 7 February 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Lyon?

    The most selected flight destinations from Lyon for the current month are Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Algiers, Barcelona-El Prat Airport. While Algiers, Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Lyon to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Lyon for as low as R1 507 to Valencia (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R7 681 to fly from Lyon.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Lyon?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Lyon are below:
    Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport from R33 750

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from Lyon. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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