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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon from R7 301

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Sep 12 — Sep 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 13 August 2026.

Thu 15/1013:30 -
2 stops27h 55m
Sat 31/1010:40 -
2 stops22h 00m
Deal found 8/8R11 597
Thu 10/913:30 -
2 stops28h 30m
Thu 17/910:25 -
2 stops23h 15m
Deal found 13/8R11 694
Wed 18/1120:40 -
1 stop15h 40m
Sun 22/1112:35 -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 11/8R11 855
Wed 18/1113:30 -
2 stops45h 10m
Sun 22/1118:10 -
2 stops38h 30m
Deal found 11/8R12 178
Mon 7/913:30 -
2 stops28h 30m
Fri 11/910:25 -
2 stops23h 15m
Deal found 8/8R12 211
Fri 27/1113:30 -
2 stops45h 10m
Sun 29/1118:10 -
2 stops38h 30m
Deal found 12/8R12 227
Wed 9/913:30 -
2 stops43h 55m
Wed 16/919:00 -
2 stops38h 40m
Deal found 12/8R12 437

Find 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 13 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 597

One-way from

R7 301

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R13 422
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/10-31/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R37 484 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 450 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 13 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

13:30-17:25

2 stops27h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 31/10

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R11 597

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

13:30-18:00

2 stops28h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 17/9

10:25-9:40

2 stops23h 15m

R11 694

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

20:40-11:20

1 stop15h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 22/11

12:35-8:50

1 stop19h 15m

R11 855

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

13:30-9:40

2 stops45h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 29/11

18:10-9:40

2 stops38h 30m

R12 227

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:30-9:40

2 stops45h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 22/11

18:10-9:40

2 stops38h 30m

R12 356
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/1

19:45-10:05

1 stop15h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 4/2

18:40-9:55

1 stop14h 15m

R12 744
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

13:30-17:10

2 stops28h 40m

R7 301

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

21:40-20:55

1 stop24h 15m

R7 656
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

20:40-12:20

2 stops15h 40m

R8 334

JohannesburgLyon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

13:30-23:50

3 stops35h 20m

R9 643

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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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon (average of R11 064). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R19 269). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flights typically cost between R13 002 and R16 572 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R11 694 on Turkish Airlines (Sept 10–Sept 17).

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 13 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Air France, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 641 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 482 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
6,7
Okay
321 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
6,7
Okay
8 161 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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. 6 airlines have flights to Lyon-Saint Exupéry from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon in about 15h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. There are 8320 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Lyon. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Air Algerie, at R8 986, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and British Airways. Air Algerie is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon (average of R11 064). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R19 269). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to Lyon on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Lyon. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 13 August 2026.
Air France flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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Top 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lyon

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 13 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR8 986AverageR9 616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 279AverageR14 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 286AverageR12 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 448AverageR13 146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 165AverageR14 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 531AverageR19 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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