How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?

There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Lyon in 23h 05m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Lufthansa to get the fastest option. Johannesburg and Lyon are separated by a distance of 8320 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon round-trip?

Lufthansa, at R8 086, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and British Airways. Lufthansa is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 40.0 - 80.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Lyon?

When booking a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon, you may want to consider flying on Air France, British Airways or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 25% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?

To save on the cost of your flight from Johannesburg to Lyon, book at least 12 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 44% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R9 787 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R14 229.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lyon?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Lyon from Johannesburg. Prices for November average R14 687 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R9 388. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August. Opting for a November flight can save you 12% on your journey compared to booking in August

What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from Johannesburg?

Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon. You should not have trouble finding flights to Lyon-Saint Exupéry from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Lyon airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 20,1 km journey from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) to Lyon’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

R6 924+ Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lyon

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in November or May, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon

Round-trip from	R11 453
One-way from	R6 924
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R13 570

British Airways
6/11-20/11
2 total stops
49h 35m total
Johannesburg to Lyon

Search Deals

20/11
2 total stops
33h 45m total
Johannesburg to Lyon

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 892 potential increase over avg. return price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 821 potential savings vs. average return price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Search Deals

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon

Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 september 2025.

tors 6/1119:35JNB - LYS

1 stop25h 45mBritish Airways

tors 20/119:35LYS - JNB

1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9R11 453

tors 6/1110:10JNB - LYS

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

tors 20/1111:50LYS - JNB

2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R13 379

ons 5/111:35JNB - LYS

2 stops32h 55mKenya Airways

tors 20/1114:10LYS - JNB

2 stops33h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 15/9R13 709

Best flights from Johannesburg to Lyon
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 september 2025.

fre 13/219:05JNB - LYS

1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines

tis 17/210:30LYS - JNB

1 stop23h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9R13 240

tors 6/1110:10JNB - LYS

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

tors 20/1111:50LYS - JNB

2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R13 379

fre 13/210:40JNB - LYS

2 stops24h 25mLufthansa

tis 17/218:25LYS - JNB

1 stop35h 40mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9R14 073

One-way flights from Johannesburg to Lyon
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Lyon. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 september 2025.

tors 20/1113:45JNB - LYS

2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R6 924

ons 19/111:35JNB - LYS

2 stops32h 55mKenya Airways

Deal found 15/9R7 514

tors 20/1119:10JNB - LYS

1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/9R7 791

lör 3/113:45JNB - LYS

2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R13 500

fre 2/11:35JNB - LYS

2 stops37h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/9R14 941

lör 3/119:35JNB - LYS

1 stop22h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9R25 352

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fre 13/2

19:05-17:10

1 stop23h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

tis 17/2

10:30-10:50

1 stop23h 20m

R13 240

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 6/11

10:10-8:15

1 stop23h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

tors 20/11

11:50-9:30

2 stops20h 40m

R13 379

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fre 13/2

10:40-10:05

2 stops24h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

tis 17/2

18:25-7:05

1 stop35h 40m

R14 073

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 20/11

13:45-22:30

2 stops33h 45m

R6 924

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ons 19/11

1:35-9:30

2 stops32h 55m

R7 514

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 20/11

19:10-9:35

1 stop15h 25m

R7 791

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lör 3/1

13:45-12:10

2 stops47h 25m

R13 500

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fre 2/1

1:35-13:50

2 stops37h 15m

R14 941

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lör 3/1

19:35-17:05

1 stop22h 30m

R25 352

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/9

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lyon from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.

Estimated return price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Lyon

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

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Lyon is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LYS?

When flying from Johannesburg to Lyon, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Lyon flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andAir France from Johannesburg to Lyon by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 624 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 469 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 407 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 361 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from Johannesburg?
Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon. You should not have trouble finding flights to Lyon-Saint Exupéry from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Lyon airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 20,1 km journey from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) to Lyon’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?
There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Lyon in 23h 05m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Lufthansa to get the fastest option. Johannesburg and Lyon are separated by a distance of 8320 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon round-trip?
Lufthansa, at R8 086, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and British Airways. Lufthansa is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lyon.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

See more FAQs

Val-d'Isere

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Alternative routes for Johannesburg to Lyon

Cape Town to Lyon flights

OR Tambo to Lyon flights

Port Elizabeth to Lyon flights

Complete your trip

Lyon car hire

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport car hire

Grenoble Airport car hire

Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc Airport car hire

Saint-Étienne Boutheon Airport car hire

Annecy car hire

Saint-Étienne car hire

Clermont-Ferrand car hire

8th arrondissement car hire

7th arrondissement car hire

5th arrondissement car hire

2nd arrondissement car hire

Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR8 086	AverageR14 504	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	CheapestR10 493	AverageR14 747	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
British Airways	CheapestR11 881	AverageR13 050	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 917	AverageR13 520	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR12 133	AverageR14 370	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR12 606	AverageR15 363	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR14 564	AverageR16 211	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

Fly with Cheapflights

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Lyon from Johannesburg today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Lyon?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Johannesburg to Lyon.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Lyon with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lyon from R6 924

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in November or May, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon

Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to LyonExplore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 september 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 september 2025.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that are best for you.

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lyon from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Lyon

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 12 September 2025.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 september 2025.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Lyon. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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 16 september 2025.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andAir France from Johannesburg to Lyon by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

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

What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from Johannesburg?

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon round-trip?

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Travelling to a place near Lyon?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Johannesburg to Lyon

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Lyon with no change fees?

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon become cheaper?

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 september 2025.