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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Lyon from R6 408

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LYS
Mar 6 — Mar 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 February 2026.

Mon 2/317:15
CPT
-
LYS
1 stop24h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/318:05
LYS
-
CPT
1 stop16h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2R11 601
Thu 4/618:50
CPT
-
LYS
1 stop21h 30m
British Airways
Mon 8/617:40
LYS
-
CPT
2 stops23h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 1/2R13 119
Thu 4/613:15
CPT
-
LYS
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Mon 8/615:40
LYS
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 1/2R13 215
Wed 18/220:35
CPT
-
LYS
1 stop22h 30m
British Airways
Fri 27/221:10
LYS
-
CPT
2 stops40h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 3/2R13 327
Thu 19/313:40
CPT
-
LYS
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Thu 26/314:40
LYS
-
CPT
1 stop20h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 2/2R13 551

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Lyon (LYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 119

One-way from

R7 255

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R12 288
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 4/6-8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Lyon
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 24/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R27 080 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 005 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Lyon that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2026.
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Cape Town

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Lyon

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

17:15-17:10

1 stop24h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/3

18:05-11:50

1 stop16h 45m

R11 601

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

18:50-16:20

1 stop21h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/6

17:40-17:20

2 stops23h 40m

R13 119

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:15-13:50

1 stop24h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/6

15:40-16:40

1 stop25h 00m

R13 215

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

20:35-18:05

1 stop22h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 27/2

21:10-14:35

2 stops40h 25m

R13 327

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

13:40-12:50

1 stop24h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 26/3

14:40-11:40

1 stop20h 00m

R13 551

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

0:30-13:05

2 stops37h 35m

R6 408

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

13:40-12:50

1 stop24h 10m

R7 447

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

12:35-23:45

2 stops36h 10m

R10 291

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Lyon

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Lyon?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Lyon may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Lyon (average of R7 830). Flying from Cape Town to Lyon in September is currently the most expensive (average of R12 352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 4 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andAir France from Cape Town to Lyon to help guide your decision. 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
3 501 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Air France
7,4
Good
1 531 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 210 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 714 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Lyon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Lyon?

    Turkish Airlines, British Airways, and Emirates can get you from Cape Town to Lyon in just under 21h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 25m. There are 8959 km between Cape Town and Lyon. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Lyon round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at R7 888, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Air France. Turkish Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Lyon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Lyon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Lyon (average of R7 830). Flying from Cape Town to Lyon in September is currently the most expensive (average of R12 352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Cape Town to Lyon on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Lyon. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 4 February 2026.
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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Lyon

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Lyon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 888AverageR12 486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 291AverageR12 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 877AverageR15 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 294AverageR14 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 976AverageR15 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR13 082AverageR16 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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