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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lyon from R8 017

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Jun 15 — Jun 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 May 2026.

Thu 4/613:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops43h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/618:50
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R13 489
Thu 4/619:10
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop18h 40m
Emirates
Thu 18/615:40
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 15/5R14 254
Thu 25/613:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 2/710:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R14 387
Mon 22/619:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop22h 35m
British Airways
Wed 9/913:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R14 437
Mon 18/523:15
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop14h 10m
KLM
Sun 31/59:55
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop35h 25m
KLM
Deal found 15/5R14 604
Mon 22/619:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop22h 35m
British Airways
Fri 4/921:45
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop35h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R14 820
Thu 25/613:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 7/910:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R14 870
Sat 4/713:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 7/810:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R15 219
Tue 23/619:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 20m
British Airways
Wed 9/913:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R15 236
Wed 1/713:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 7/810:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R15 552
Tue 23/619:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 20m
British Airways
Fri 4/921:45
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop35h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R15 602
Thu 25/617:50
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop15h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/910:25
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R15 635

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 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 489

One-way from

R8 017

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R16 200
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/6-18/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 638 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 290 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

19:25-18:00

1 stop22h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 8/9

18:55-9:25

1 stop14h 30m

R14 437
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

20:45-12:20

1 stop15h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 7/8

19:50-9:15

1 stop13h 25m

R15 751

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 7/8

10:25-9:40

2 stops23h 15m

R15 751

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

20:40-21:05

1 stop24h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 7/8

19:50-9:15

1 stop13h 25m

R15 768

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

20:45-19:20

1 stop22h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 6/9

14:45-7:45

1 stop17h 00m

R15 818

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

19:25-19:45

1 stop24h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 5/9

10:45-9:25

1 stop22h 40m

R16 017

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

19:25-19:45

1 stop24h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 10/9

17:40-9:25

1 stop15h 45m

R16 516

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

19:25-10:35

1 stop15h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 10/9

17:40-9:25

1 stop15h 45m

R17 880

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

10:05-13:50

1 stop27h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 4/7

15:40-5:30

1 stop37h 50m

R18 097
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

1:15-10:30

2 stops33h 15m

R8 017

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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?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Lyon is 46 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon (average of R9 248). Flying from Johannesburg to Lyon in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 142). 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.

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 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, 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
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 572 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
1 517 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
1 589 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
4 368 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
7 980 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

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

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?

    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 15h 35m. Fly via British Airways, Air Algerie, 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?

    Air Algerie, at R9 254, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and Lufthansa. Air Algerie is 34% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon (average of R9 248). Flying from Johannesburg to Lyon in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 142). 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 May 2026.
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Air AlgerieCheapestR9 254AverageR9 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 354AverageR14 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 611AverageR13 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 789AverageR12 618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 912AverageR12 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 527AverageR14 735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR13 053AverageR16 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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