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R6 156+ Cheap flights to Lyon

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LYS
Aug 20 — Aug 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Lyon in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Lyon. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 July 2026.

Mon 27/720:00
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop16h 20m
Air Algerie
Sun 9/811:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/7R11 420
Mon 16/1120:40
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 00m
Air Algerie
Thu 19/1119:40
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops36h 10m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/7R12 031
Mon 16/1120:40
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 00m
Air Algerie
Fri 20/1112:35
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 15m
Air Algerie
Deal found 16/7R12 080
Mon 16/1113:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/1110:40
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7R12 344
Mon 16/1113:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/1118:10
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/7R12 740
Mon 31/810:05
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop27h 45m
Emirates
Thu 10/915:40
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 19/7R13 665

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Find the latest flights to Lyon in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 July 2026.

Return from

R12 031

One-way from

R6 156

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R14 308
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 16/11-19/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R2 409 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R478 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

20:40-18:40

1 stop23h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 20/11

12:35-8:50

2 stops19h 15m

R12 031

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

20:40-18:40

1 stop23h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 19/11

19:40-8:50

2 stops36h 10m

R12 031

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:30-17:10

2 stops28h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 19/11

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R12 344

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:30-17:10

2 stops28h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 20/11

18:10-9:40

2 stops38h 30m

R12 740
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

14:05-16:00

2 stops25h 55m

R6 156
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

18:50-12:50

1 stop19h 00m

R7 922

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

17:00-22:50

2 stops29h 50m

R9 984

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

10:05-13:50

1 stop27h 45m

R10 447

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

5:00-8:15

4 stops27h 15m

R19 985

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lyon

How long is the flight to Lyon?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon takes 16 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Lyon from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Lyon?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon are British Airways, Air France and Emirates.

Emirates
Emirates
From R12 139
British Airways
British Airways
From R11 964
Air France
Air France
From R11 524
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 345

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lyon?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon are Air Algerie, Air France and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 40.0 - 80.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Lyon when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lyon, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lyon. Reviews last updated 21 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Air France, andTurkish Airlines to France 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Air France
7,5
Good
1 628 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 451 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
312 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 124 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

FAQs about flying to Lyon

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon?

    If you book a flight to Lyon, you will be flying into Lyon-Saint Exupéry, which is the city’s only airport. Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is located 20,1 km from the centre of Lyon.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Lyon if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Lyon on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Lyon?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Algerie is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Lyon.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Lyon depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Lyon, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Lyon-Saint Exupéry have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lyon-Saint Exupéry can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lyon-Saint Exupéry?

    Yes. Lyon-Saint Exupéry has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Le Petit Saugnieu is the closest property to Lyon-Saint Exupéry (0,0 km away from Lyon-Saint Exupéry).

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