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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lyon from R10 617

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
May 3 — May 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in November or May, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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 28 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 162

One-way from

R10 617

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 009
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 12/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R26 207 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 069 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 April 2025.

Mon 12/519:25JNB - LYS
1 stop21h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 25/521:40LYS - JNB
1 stop35h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R14 162
Mon 12/510:40JNB - LYS
2 stops30h 25mLufthansa
Sun 25/510:10LYS - JNB
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 27/4R14 218
Sat 24/51:15JNB - LYS
2 stops36h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 8/614:05LYS - JNB
2 stops20h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R14 722
Sun 25/517:00JNB - LYS
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/614:05LYS - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R15 263

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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 28 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Lyon

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

19:25-16:30

1 stop21h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 25/5

21:40-9:25

1 stop35h 45m

R14 162

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

10:40-17:05

2 stops30h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 25/5

10:10-8:35

1 stop22h 25m

R14 218

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

1:15-13:25

2 stops36h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 8/6

14:05-10:55

2 stops20h 50m

R14 722

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

17:00-17:45

2 stops24h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 8/6

14:05-15:50

2 stops25h 45m

R15 263

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/8

13:55-12:30

2 stops46h 35m

R10 617

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

19:25-10:20

1 stop14h 55m

R11 382

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/8

10:05-13:50

1 stop27h 45m

R11 941

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

1:15-10:25

2 stops33h 10m

R14 330

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/8

16:50-12:25

3 stops19h 35m

R26 290

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 28/4

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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Lyon is 11 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?

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 28 April 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 15% versus a flight at midday.

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.

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.

Rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 28 April 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 561 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
262 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Lufthansa
6,7
Okay
7 039 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
British Airways
6,6
Okay
6 830 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.

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

    British Airways, at R14 162, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Kenya Airways. British Airways is 11% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Lyon one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 617. Users have also found prices from R11 382 and R11 941 on British Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • 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.

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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 28 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 694AverageR14 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 303AverageR13 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 430AverageR15 148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 864AverageR16 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 346AverageR15 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 636AverageR16 049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 709AverageR17 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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