What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Lyon-Saint Exupéry?

Emirates is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Which airlines fly to Lyon?

Emirates, Air France and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lyon from Cape Town according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Lyon. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Lyon on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is 5 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:15 - 13:50

CPT

LYS

24h 35m

1 stop

15:40 - 11:30

LYS

CPT

19h 50m

1 stop

R13 058Emirates

Tue, Jun 9 - Thu, Sep 10

16:35 - 9:25

CPT

LYS

16h 50m

1 stop

18:50 - 11:50

LYS

CPT

17h 00m

1 stop

R14 130Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

13:15 - 13:50

CPT

LYS

24h 35m

1 stop

15:40 - 11:30

LYS

CPT

19h 50m

1 stop

R14 164Emirates

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

16:35 - 17:50

CPT

LYS

25h 15m

1 stop

10:25 - 11:50

LYS

CPT

25h 25m

1 stop

R14 215Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

20:00 - 13:50

CPT

LYS

17h 50m

1 stop

15:40 - 18:05

LYS

CPT

26h 25m

1 stop

R14 334Emirates

Fri, Jul 17 - Tue, Aug 4

9:00 - 20:50

CPT

LYS

35h 50m

2 stops

17:40 - 14:35

LYS

CPT

20h 55m

2 stops

R15 184British Airways

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

9:00 - 20:50

CPT

LYS

35h 50m

2 stops

17:40 - 9:45

LYS

CPT

40h 05m

2 stops

R15 235British Airways

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

15:20 - 13:50

CPT

LYS

22h 30m

2 stops

15:40 - 11:30

LYS

CPT

19h 50m

1 stop

R15 269Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Thu, Sep 10

9:00 - 10:20

CPT

LYS

25h 20m

2 stops

17:40 - 19:55

LYS

CPT

26h 15m

2 stops

R15 371British Airways

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

18:25 - 13:50

CPT

LYS

19h 25m

1 stop

15:40 - 18:05

LYS

CPT

26h 25m

1 stop

R15 711Emirates

Fri, Jul 17 - Tue, Aug 4

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Lyon

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Emirates

Jun 9

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sept 10

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

19h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R13 058

Emirates

Mar 29

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Apr 2

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

25h 00m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

R14 164

Emirates

May 3

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

May 10

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

19h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R14 215

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Lyon

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Qatar Airways

Mar 29

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

LYS13:20Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Apr 14

LYS17:55Lyon-Saint Exupéry

23h 25m

2 stops

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

R17 394

Qatar Airways

Mar 29

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

LYS13:20Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Apr 13

LYS22:25Lyon-Saint Exupéry

37h 05m

2 stops

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R17 972

Qatar Airways

Jul 21

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

28h 15m

2 stops

LYS23:45Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Aug 3

LYS19:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

46h 20m

2 stops

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R18 924

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R13 058

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R14 130

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R14 215

Cape TownLyon

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Fri 17/7

20:00-13:50

1 stop17h 50m

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15:40-18:05

1 stop26h 25m

R14 334

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

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Thu 11/6

9:00-20:50

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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17:40-14:35

2 stops20h 55m

R15 184

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

9:00-20:50

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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17:40-9:45

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R15 235

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

15:20-13:50

2 stops22h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 10/9

15:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

R15 269

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

9:00-10:20

2 stops25h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 15/6

17:40-19:55

2 stops26h 15m

R15 371

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/7

18:25-13:50

1 stop19h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 4/8

15:40-18:05

1 stop26h 25m

R15 711

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Lyon from Cape Town, with most prices found around R13 653. If you aren’t able to travel to Lyon during the month of October, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R14 997.

How have Cape Town to Lyon flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Cape Town to Lyon flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Lyon takes 15h 35m

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Lyon-Saint Exupéry by plane?
Lyon-Saint Exupéry is 8959,4 km away from Cape Town Intl. Typically, this will take 15h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is 5 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Lyon?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Lyon is Emirates, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air France at 25%, British Airways at 18%, and Turkish Airlines at 17%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 393	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 268 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 547 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 081	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 809 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 596	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 541 reviews	Search Emirates flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 477 reviews	Search KLM flights

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