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R7 498+ 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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 23 maart 2026.

za 4/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
vr 17/413:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/3R10 304
wo 1/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
do 15/1020:10
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 15m
Air Algerie
Deal found 18/3R10 457
wo 1/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
vr 23/1013:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 18/3R10 746
ma 30/322:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop18h 30m
Air Algerie
vr 23/1013:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/3R11 936
do 21/513:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
ma 25/518:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/3R13 704
vr 5/619:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop22h 55m
British Airways
di 9/611:20
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 22/3R13 772
ma 31/810:05
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop27h 45m
Emirates
di 29/915:40
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3R13 891
wo 2/918:00
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 50m
Turkish Airlines
zo 27/918:50
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/3R14 096
wo 2/918:00
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 50m
Turkish Airlines
ma 28/910:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/3R14 113
do 21/521:15
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop19h 05m
British Airways
ma 25/517:40
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 147

Find flight deals to Lyon

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 23 maart 2026.

Return from

R10 304

One-way from

R7 498

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 218
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 4/4-17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R653 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R414 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2026
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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

za 4/4

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

vr 17/4

13:35-6:25

1 stop16h 50m

R10 304

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 1/4

22:25-19:10

1 stop20h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

ma 19/10

20:10-6:25

1 stop34h 15m

R10 746

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 1/4

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

zo 18/10

13:35-6:25

1 stop16h 50m

R10 746

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 1/4

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

ma 12/10

20:10-6:25

1 stop34h 15m

R10 746

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

do 21/5

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

ma 25/5

18:50-10:30

1 stop15h 40m

R13 704
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vr 5/6

19:25-9:55

1 stop14h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

di 9/6

18:55-9:25

1 stop14h 30m

R13 840

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

do 21/5

21:15-16:20

1 stop19h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

ma 25/5

17:40-9:25

1 stop15h 45m

R14 147

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vr 5/6

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

di 9/6

18:50-9:40

2 stops38h 50m

R14 691

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 1/4

13:30-13:50

1 stop24h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

ma 26/10

14:40-10:25

1 stop18h 45m

R14 844

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 1/4

13:30-13:50

1 stop24h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

wo 21/10

15:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R14 844

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Best time to book a flight to Lyon

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lyon

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Lyon. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Lyon, you should look to book at least 11 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Lyon?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon takes 13 hours 55 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 Air France, British Airways and Turkish Airlines.

Air France
Air France
From R11 607
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 054
Emirates
Emirates
From R12 806
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R8 393

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lyon?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon are Lufthansa, 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 23 maart 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
3 542 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
7,4
Good
1 547 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
7,3
Good
4 274 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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?
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 863 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
7 812 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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, Lufthansa 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 (13 hours 55 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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