Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lyon from R7 953

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 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Dec 16 — Dec 231
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 16 November 2025.

Mon 1/1219:35JNB - LYS
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 5/1221:10LYS - JNB
1 stop36h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/11R11 229
Mon 1/129:40JNB - LYS
2 stops48h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/1210:30LYS - JNB
2 stops31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/11R13 465
Sun 30/111:35JNB - LYS
3 stops36h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 5/126:55LYS - JNB
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/11R13 891
Mon 1/1210:40JNB - LYS
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1215:00LYS - JNB
3 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R15 956

Cheap 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 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 229

One-way from

R7 953

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 270
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 1/12-5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 210 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 525 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 16 November 2025.
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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

19:35-17:30

1 stop22h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 5/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop36h 15m

R11 229

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-17:10

1 stop23h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 17/2

10:30-10:50

1 stop23h 20m

R12 919

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

17:55-9:30

1 stop15h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 16/4

19:15-10:35

1 stop15h 20m

R12 970

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

17:55-9:30

1 stop15h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 18/4

10:30-10:35

1 stop24h 05m

R13 226

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

17:55-18:15

1 stop24h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 19/4

19:15-10:35

1 stop15h 20m

R13 226

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

9:40-9:35

2 stops48h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 5/12

10:30-18:40

2 stops31h 10m

R13 465

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

18:00-18:15

1 stop24h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 20/4

19:15-10:35

1 stop15h 20m

R14 250

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

19:25-20:55

1 stop25h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 20/4

17:25-9:25

1 stop16h 00m

R14 352

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

18:00-18:15

1 stop24h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 17/4

10:30-10:35

1 stop24h 05m

R14 506

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

18:00-18:15

1 stop24h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 18/4

19:15-10:35

1 stop15h 20m

R14 506

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon

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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 7 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 816). Flying from Johannesburg to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R12 543). 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 16 November 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?

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 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Air France, andTurkish Airlines 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.

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

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 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 22h 55m. Fly via British Airways or Turkish Airlines 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 717, 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 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 816). Flying from Johannesburg to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R12 543). 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 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR7 717AverageR14 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 867AverageR14 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 677AverageR12 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 719AverageR13 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 113AverageR13 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 397AverageR15 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 323AverageR17 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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