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R6 814+ Cheap flights to Lyon (LYS)

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LYS
May 31 — Jun 71
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 1 May 2026.

Wed 17/620:45
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop22h 35m
Air Algerie
Sun 21/611:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/4R10 497
Wed 1/720:45
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop15h 35m
Air Algerie
Fri 7/819:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/4R10 547
Sat 28/1113:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 18/118:05
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4R12 113
Sun 13/913:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops43h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 30/910:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/4R13 096
Wed 25/1119:05
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1110:30
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops22h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4R13 229
Thu 3/913:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/918:50
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/5R14 112
Sun 13/913:30
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 20m
Emirates
Wed 30/915:40
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 29/4R14 245

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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 1 May 2026.

Return from

R10 497

One-way from

R6 814

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 762
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 17/6-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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24/6
  • 24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R723 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R376 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

20:45-19:20

1 stop22h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 21/6

11:50-8:55

1 stop21h 05m

R10 497
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

20:45-10:50

1 stop14h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 7/8

19:50-9:15

1 stop13h 25m

R10 497

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

20:40-21:05

1 stop24h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 7/8

13:35-9:15

1 stop19h 40m

R10 547

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

19:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 19/6

15:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R14 295
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

12:40-12:30

2 stops23h 50m

R6 814

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

20:40-12:20

1 stop15h 40m

R7 714

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

10:05-13:50

1 stop27h 45m

R7 997

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

1:15-9:30

2 stops32h 15m

R8 031

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

12:40-13:20

2 stops24h 40m

R8 614
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

19:25-10:35

1 stop15h 10m

R9 747

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Lyon, you should look to book at least 60 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 22 hours 35 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 Turkish Airlines.

British Airways
British Airways
From R11 932
Air France
Air France
From R11 374
Emirates
Emirates
From R12 548
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R8 225

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lyon?

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

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 1 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andAir France 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
3 567 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Air France
7,4
Good
1 582 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 343 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 937 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

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, Turkish Airlines 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 (22 hours 35 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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