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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon from R7 485

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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Apr 24 — May 11
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 25 March 2026.

Sat 4/422:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Air Algerie
Fri 17/413:35
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/3R10 285
Thu 7/513:30
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop24h 20m
Emirates
Thu 14/515:40
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 23/3R13 323
Thu 7/513:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 14/518:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/3R13 374
Fri 5/619:25
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop22h 55m
British Airways
Tue 9/611:20
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 22/3R13 748
Fri 5/613:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/618:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R14 121

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 25 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 285

One-way from

R7 485

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 190
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 4/4-17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 061 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 015 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 17/4

13:35-6:25

1 stop16h 50m

R10 285

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 14/5

18:50-10:30

1 stop15h 40m

R13 374
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

19:25-9:55

1 stop14h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 9/6

18:55-9:25

1 stop14h 30m

R13 816

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 9/6

18:50-10:30

1 stop15h 40m

R14 121

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

1:15-9:30

2 stops32h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 9/6

6:30-0:15

2 stops41h 45m

R15 784

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 17/4

23:10-7:10

3 stops32h 00m

R17 312
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

22:25-12:20

1 stop13h 55m

R7 587

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

17:00-9:30

2 stops40h 30m

R8 232

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

12:10-13:25

2 stops49h 15m

R8 944

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:45-12:25

2 stops26h 40m

R9 386

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Deals found on 20/3

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lyon

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Cheapflights Insights

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 13 March 2026.

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 month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon (average of R9 335). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R13 018). 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?

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 25 March 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
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 553 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 868 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 820 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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 Air Algerie, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon in about 13h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 25m. 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?

    Lufthansa, at R7 908, 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 Turkish Airlines. Lufthansa is priced at 45% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon (average of R9 335). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of R13 018). 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 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 25 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR7 908AverageR13 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 586AverageR15 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 030AverageR12 745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 032AverageR12 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 783AverageR15 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR13 320AverageR16 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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