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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon from R7 511

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Jun 16 — Jun 231
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 11 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 031

One-way from

R7 511

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 836
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/6-4/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 8/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R34 893 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 291 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2025.

Fri 26/1217:00JNB - LYS
2 stops30h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 10/114:10LYS - JNB
2 stops24h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/6R14 295
Mon 23/619:10JNB - LYS
1 stop18h 40mEmirates
Fri 4/715:40LYS - JNB
1 stop24h 35mEmirates
Deal found 10/6R16 191
Fri 26/1223:55JNB - LYS
1 stop14h 30mKLM
Sat 10/114:10LYS - JNB
1 stop30h 50mKLM
Deal found 9/6R16 775
Mon 23/69:50JNB - LYS
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/710:25LYS - JNB
3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R18 724
Fri 26/1223:55JNB - LYS
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Sat 10/118:45LYS - JNB
2 stops26h 15mAir France
Deal found 9/6R18 919
Mon 23/610:40JNB - LYS
2 stops22h 10mLufthansa
Fri 4/714:35LYS - JNB
1 stop18h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 10/6R20 779
Tue 8/719:25JNB - LYS
1 stop25h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 15/717:35LYS - JNB
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/6R21 788

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

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Lyon

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

1:25-10:25

2 stops33h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 4/7

14:05-15:50

2 stops25h 45m

R16 031

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/6

19:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 4/7

15:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R16 191

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/6

9:50-12:35

2 stops26h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 4/7

10:25-13:05

3 stops26h 40m

R18 724

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/6

10:40-8:50

2 stops22h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 4/7

14:35-8:35

1 stop18h 00m

R20 779

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/7

19:25-21:00

1 stop25h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 15/7

17:35-9:25

1 stop15h 50m

R21 788

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/7

1:25-10:25

2 stops33h 00m

R7 511

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

9:50-18:25

2 stops32h 35m

R7 546

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/7

17:50-18:20

1 stop24h 30m

R7 989

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

19:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

R8 326

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

18:50-10:25

1 stop15h 35m

R9 512

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lyon

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lyon. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 11 June 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 11 June 2025.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lyon, you will be flying into Lyon-Saint Exupéry. Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is just 20,1 km from the centre vof the city. Lyon-Saint Exupéry is the only Lyon airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 7 airlines have flights to Lyon-Saint Exupéry from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    Kenya Airways, at R16 031, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Lufthansa.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 511. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lyon?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 254AverageR13 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 730AverageR12 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 832AverageR15 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 898AverageR15 683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 096AverageR14 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 165AverageR15 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 914AverageR17 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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