Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lyon from R13 240

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Jan 2 — Jan 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in November or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 3 December 2025.

Thu 25/1219:45JNB - LYS
2 stops17h 40mLufthansa
Sun 4/113:05LYS - JNB
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12R14 317
Wed 24/1212:05JNB - LYS
2 stops35h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 6/114:10LYS - JNB
2 stops33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/12R15 326
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - LYS
1 stop23h 15mLufthansa
Sun 4/119:00LYS - JNB
2 stops19h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12R15 754
Wed 24/1217:00JNB - LYS
2 stops30h 15mKenya Airways
Wed 7/114:10LYS - JNB
2 stops33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/12R15 994
Tue 23/1217:00JNB - LYS
2 stops41h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 6/114:10LYS - JNB
2 stops33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/12R16 028
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - LYS
1 stop23h 15mLufthansa
Mon 5/118:50LYS - JNB
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12R16 165
Thu 25/1219:45JNB - LYS
1 stop19h 25mLufthansa
Mon 5/118:50LYS - JNB
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12R16 438
Tue 23/1217:00JNB - LYS
3 stops45h 25mKenya Airways
Wed 7/114:10LYS - JNB
2 stops33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/12R16 712

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 3 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 050

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 369
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 3/2-4/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 199 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 470 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Price

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

10:10-8:15

1 stop23h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 7/3

12:50-9:30

2 stops43h 40m

R13 599

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

19:45-17:40

2 stops22h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 4/1

19:00-15:35

2 stops19h 35m

R16 130

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

1:35-13:25

3 stops36h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 7/1

14:10-0:25

2 stops33h 15m

R16 712

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:45-12:25

2 stops17h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 4/1

19:00-15:35

2 stops19h 35m

R18 354

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:45-12:25

2 stops17h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/1

18:50-9:30

1 stop13h 40m

R18 765

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

19:45-14:10

1 stop19h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 3/1

15:00-9:30

1 stop17h 30m

R19 449

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

19:45-17:40

2 stops22h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 3/1

15:00-9:30

1 stop17h 30m

R19 552

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:45-12:25

2 stops17h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/1

12:50-9:30

2 stops19h 40m

R19 911

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:20-9:30

1 stop15h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 4/1

15:15-12:10

1 stop19h 55m

R20 304

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Deals found on 2/12

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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 28 November 2025.

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 month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon (average of R7 834). Flying from Johannesburg to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R12 572). 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.

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 3 December 2025.

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 14% versus a flight at midday.

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 3 December 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.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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

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  • 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 8 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 22h 55m. Fly via Lufthansa or Kenya Airways 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 R7 735, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and KLM. Lufthansa is 46% 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon (average of R7 834). Flying from Johannesburg to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R12 572). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR7 735AverageR13 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 007AverageR14 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 518AverageR14 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 705AverageR12 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 747AverageR13 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 142AverageR14 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 341AverageR15 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 356AverageR17 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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