What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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15:40 - 16:15

LYS

JNB

24h 35m

1 stop

19:10 - 13:50

JNB

LYS

18h 40m

1 stop

R12 686Emirates

Mon, May 18 - Thu, May 21

15:40 - 10:15

LYS

JNB

18h 35m

1 stop

19:10 - 13:50

JNB

LYS

18h 40m

1 stop

R12 971Emirates

Sun, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 22

18:50 - 9:40

LYS

JNB

38h 50m

2 stops

13:30 - 17:50

JNB

LYS

28h 20m

2 stops

R12 987Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jun 15 - Sat, Jun 20

15:40 - 5:30

LYS

JNB

37h 50m

1 stop

10:05 - 13:50

JNB

LYS

27h 45m

1 stop

R13 104Emirates

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 3

15:40 - 20:35

LYS

JNB

28h 55m

1 stop

10:05 - 13:50

JNB

LYS

27h 45m

1 stop

R13 138Emirates

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

6:30 - 21:25

LYS

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

23:15 - 13:25

CPT

LYS

14h 10m

1 stop

R13 940Air France

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jul 22

6:30 - 21:25

LYS

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

23:15 - 17:50

CPT

LYS

18h 35m

2 stops

R14 425Air France

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jul 22

15:40 - 14:10

LYS

DUR

22h 30m

2 stops

6:00 - 13:50

DUR

LYS

31h 50m

2 stops

R17 316Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

15:40 - 7:55

LYS

GRJ

40h 15m

2 stops

18:35 - 13:50

GRJ

LYS

43h 15m

2 stops

R17 500Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24

10:10 - 10:35

LYS

DUR

24h 25m

3 stops

12:05 - 11:55

DUR

LYS

23h 50m

3 stops

R20 475Qatar Airways

Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23

Ethiopian Air flights from Lyon to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 1

LYS19:20Lyon-Saint Exupéry

18h 05m

2 stops

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 26

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

2 stops

LYS8:25Lyon-Saint Exupéry

R17 032

Ethiopian Air

Sept 10

LYS19:20Lyon-Saint Exupéry

18h 50m

2 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Sept 23

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

17h 05m

2 stops

LYS8:15Lyon-Saint Exupéry

R17 066

Ethiopian Air

Oct 15

LYS19:20Lyon-Saint Exupéry

17h 40m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

19h 35m

2 stops

LYS8:25Lyon-Saint Exupéry

R17 534

Emirates flights from Lyon to South Africa

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Emirates

May 18

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 21

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 40m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

R12 686

Emirates

Jun 7

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

18h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 22

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 40m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

R12 971

Emirates

Sept 22

LYS15:40Lyon-Saint Exupéry

37h 50m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 3

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 45m

1 stop

LYS13:50Lyon-Saint Exupéry

R13 104

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LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 18/5

15:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

19:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

R12 686

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 7/6

15:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

19:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

R12 971

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 15/6

18:50-9:40

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

R12 987

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 22/9

15:40-5:30

1 stop37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

10:05-13:50

1 stop27h 45m

R13 104

LyonJohannesburg

LYS - JNB

LYSJNB

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 1/9

15:40-20:35

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

10:05-13:50

1 stop27h 45m

R13 138

Fastest return journey

LyonCape Town

LYS - CPT

LYSCPT

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 17/6

6:30-21:25

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/7

23:15-13:25

1 stop14h 10m

R13 940

LyonCape Town

LYS - CPT

LYSCPT

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 17/6

6:30-21:25

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/7

23:15-17:50

2 stops18h 35m

R14 425

LyonDurban

LYS - DUR

LYSDUR

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 2/6

15:40-14:10

2 stops22h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 9/6

6:00-13:50

2 stops31h 50m

R17 316

LyonGeorge

LYS - GRJ

LYSGRJ

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 17/6

15:40-7:55

2 stops40h 15m

George

Wed 24/6

18:35-13:50

2 stops43h 15m

R17 500

LyonDurban

LYS - DUR

LYSDUR

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 16/6

10:10-10:35

3 stops24h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 23/6

12:05-11:55

3 stops23h 50m

R20 475

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Lyon to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Lyon is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 290, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in April, then you should wait until November to fly from Lyon, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R8 792.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Lyon when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R15 443 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Lyon for as low as R12 335 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Lyon to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Lyon to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	17h 40m
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The fastest flight from Lyon to South Africa takes 17h 40m

There are no direct flights from Lyon to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Lyon to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Lyon to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Lyon to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air France	PriceFrom R12 070	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 585 reviews		Search Air France flights

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