Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Lyon?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Lyon. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Lyon on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Lyon?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 45m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Lyon?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R13 412.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Lyon?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 05m.

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 6 as of February 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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13:40 - 12:50

CPT

LYS

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1 stop

14:40 - 16:45

LYS

CPT

25h 05m

1 stop

R12 360Emirates

週一, 3月 2 - 週一, 3月 9

14:00 - 17:10

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LYS

28h 10m

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18:05 - 11:50

LYS

CPT

16h 45m

1 stop

R12 649Turkish Airlines

週一, 3月 2 - 週一, 3月 9

15:20 - 8:15

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LYS

41h 55m

2 stops

13:05 - 7:40

LYS

CPT

17h 35m

1 stop

R12 746Lufthansa

週一, 3月 16 - 週一, 3月 23

20:35 - 14:10

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LYS

18h 35m

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18:20 - 14:35

LYS

CPT

19h 15m

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R13 003British Airways

週三, 2月 18 - 週六, 2月 28

15:20 - 8:15

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LYS

41h 55m

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18:50 - 13:25

LYS

CPT

17h 35m

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R13 083Lufthansa

週一, 3月 16 - 週一, 3月 23

18:50 - 20:50

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LYS

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17:40 - 19:55

LYS

CPT

26h 15m

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R13 212British Airways

週四, 6月 4 - 週一, 6月 8

14:35 - 16:35

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LYS

27h 00m

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17:50 - 13:00

LYS

CPT

18h 10m

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R13 292Multiple Airlines

週一, 3月 16 - 週一, 3月 23

13:15 - 13:50

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LYS

24h 35m

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15:40 - 16:40

LYS

CPT

25h 00m

1 stop

R13 308Emirates

週四, 6月 4 - 週一, 6月 8

20:35 - 18:05

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LYS

22h 30m

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13:30 - 14:35

LYS

CPT

24h 05m

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R13 341British Airways

週三, 2月 18 - 週五, 2月 27

7:55 - 9:30

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LYS

26h 35m

1 stop

14:10 - 21:55

LYS

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30h 45m

1 stop

R13 357Multiple Airlines

週一, 3月 16 - 週一, 3月 23

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Lyon

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Emirates

Mar 2

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

LYS12:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mar 9

LYS14:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

25h 05m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

R12 360

Emirates

Feb 9

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

LYS12:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 17

LYS14:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

25h 05m

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CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

R12 633

Emirates

Jun 4

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Jun 8

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

25h 00m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

R13 308

Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Lyon

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 2

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

LYS17:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mar 9

LYS18:05Lyon-Saint Exupéry

16h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R12 649

Turkish Airlines

Mar 2

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

LYS17:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mar 9

LYS18:05Lyon-Saint Exupéry

19h 30m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

R13 437

Turkish Airlines

Feb 9

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

LYS9:35Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 17

LYS18:05Lyon-Saint Exupéry

16h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R19 448

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R12 360

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週三 18/2

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週六 28/2

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R13 003

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週一 16/3

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R13 083

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週四 4/6

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R13 212

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週一 16/3

14:35-16:35

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週一 23/3

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R13 292

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Cape Town Intl

週四 4/6

13:15-13:50

1 stop24h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

週一 8/6

15:40-16:40

1 stop25h 00m

R13 308

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CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

週三 18/2

20:35-18:05

1 stop22h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

週五 27/2

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

R13 341

Cape TownLyon

CPT - LYS

CPTLYS

Cape Town Intl

週一 16/3

7:55-9:30

1 stop26h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

週一 23/3

14:10-21:55

1 stop30h 45m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Lyon from Cape Town, with most prices found around R12 344. If you aren’t able to travel to Lyon during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 360.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Lyon?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lyon from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lyon for around R14 743 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lyon from Cape Town for as low as R12 714 on momondo.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Cape Town to Lyon flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 26h 00m 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 6 as of February 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 24% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air France at 21%, British Airways at 19%, and Turkish Airlines at 16%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R7 934	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 213 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 340	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 758 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 947	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 531 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 365	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 709 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 052	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 494 reviews	Search Emirates flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 446 reviews	Search KLM flights

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

As of February 2026, prices for Cape Town to Lyon flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Lyon?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Lyon?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R13 412.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Lyon?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 05m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Lyon?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 45m.

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