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Cheap flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 381

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — JNB
Aug 20 — Aug 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or March, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Lyon to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lyon (LYS) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 086

One-way from

R8 381

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 133
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 3/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • Lyon to Johannesburg
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8/9
  • 8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 35m total
  • Lyon to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R40 736 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (R17 173 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Lyon to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lyon to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Sun 16/1118:25LYS - JNB
1 stop35h 40mLufthansa
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - LYS
1 stop23h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 14/8R11 297
Thu 18/97:00LYS - JNB
1 stop14h 20mAir France
Tue 7/1018:50JNB - LYS
1 stop14h 40mAir France
Deal found 14/8R12 510
Thu 4/97:00LYS - JNB
1 stop14h 20mAir France
Sat 13/923:15JNB - LYS
1 stop17h 00mAir France
Deal found 14/8R12 896
Mon 25/815:40LYS - JNB
1 stop18h 35mEmirates
Mon 8/919:10JNB - LYS
1 stop18h 40mEmirates
Deal found 14/8R13 247
Thu 4/915:40LYS - JNB
1 stop18h 35mEmirates
Thu 18/913:25JNB - LYS
1 stop24h 25mEmirates
Deal found 14/8R13 283
Thu 18/922:15LYS - JNB
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/109:50JNB - LYS
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8R13 300
Tue 18/116:40LYS - JNB
1 stop14h 25mAir France
Sat 6/1223:59JNB - LYS
1 stop17h 36mAir France
Deal found 13/8R13 634
Thu 18/97:00LYS - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Tue 7/1018:50JNB - LYS
2 stops16h 25mKLM
Deal found 14/8R13 669
Thu 4/914:05LYS - JNB
1 stop31h 30mAir France
Thu 18/923:15JNB - LYS
1 stop23h 05mAir France
Deal found 13/8R14 231

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

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Lyon

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 3/2

18:55-9:30

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

10:10-8:15

1 stop23h 05m

R11 086

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 16/11

18:25-7:05

1 stop35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

10:10-8:15

1 stop23h 05m

R11 297

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 18/9

7:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

18:50-9:30

1 stop14h 40m

R12 510

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 4/9

7:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

23:15-16:15

1 stop17h 00m

R12 896

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 16/1

19:00-9:30

1 stop13h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

10:10-8:15

1 stop23h 05m

R12 984

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 25/8

15:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

R13 247

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 4/9

15:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

13:25-13:50

1 stop24h 25m

R13 283

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/2

13:05-7:05

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

10:10-12:25

1 stop27h 15m

R13 283

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/9

6:00-9:35

2 stops27h 35m

R8 381

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 25/10

8:35-7:10

2 stops22h 35m

R8 908

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Deals found on 14/8

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Best time to book a flight from Lyon to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lyon to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Lyon to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of one-stop itineraries from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R11 107.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 58m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 50m.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 15 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and Air France from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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
3 315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lyon to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Lyon-Saint Exupéry. Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is just 20,1 km from the centre of the city. Lyon-Saint Exupéry is the only Lyon airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 2 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Lyon-Saint Exupéry on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Air France is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R11 038. Another option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at R11 815 round trip. Air France is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lyon to OR Tambo 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 Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 2 airlines flying from Lyon to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lyon to OR Tambo. 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 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR11 038AverageR18 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 815AverageR20 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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