How long does it take to fly to Lyon?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Lyon depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Lyon is 17h 20m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Lyon is 19h 25m on average. Lyon is the most popular airport in Lyon.

Which airlines fly to Lyon?

Air France, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lyon from South Africa according to our data. Air France is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Lyon. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 South Africa to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

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

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

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

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

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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17:15 - 9:35

CPT

LYS

17h 20m1 stop

18:05 - 11:50

LYS

CPT

16h 45m1 stop

R11 950Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

19:05 - 17:10

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23h 05m1 stop

18:05 - 10:50

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15h 45m1 stop

R12 953Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 18

19:05 - 17:10

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23h 05m1 stop

10:30 - 10:50

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23h 20m1 stop

R13 020Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 18

17:15 - 17:10

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LYS

24h 55m1 stop

18:05 - 11:50

LYS

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16h 45m1 stop

R13 271Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 15

19:05 - 17:10

JNB

LYS

23h 05m1 stop

18:05 - 18:40

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JNB

47h 35m2 stops

R13 455Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 18

6:00 - 8:15

CPT

LYS

27h 15m2 stops

15:05 - 14:35

LYS

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22h 30m2 stops

R13 772Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

14:00 - 18:05

CPT

LYS

29h 05m2 stops

20:35 - 8:05

LYS

CPT

34h 30m1 stop

R13 889British Airways

Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 15

1:35 - 13:15

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36h 40m3 stops

14:10 - 15:50

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24h 40m2 stops

R14 474Kenya Airways

Sun, Feb 15 - Wed, Feb 18

1:35 - 13:15

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36h 40m3 stops

14:10 - 15:50

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24h 40m2 stops

R14 524Kenya Airways

Sun, Feb 15 - Wed, Feb 18

12:40 - 10:35

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LYS

21h 55m2 stops

15:20 - 18:20

LYS

PLZ

27h 00m2 stops

R15 795British Airways

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17

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Mar 10

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

LYS9:35Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mar 24

LYS18:05Lyon-Saint Exupéry

16h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

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Feb 16

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

1 stop

LYS17:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 18

LYS18:05Lyon-Saint Exupéry

15h 45m

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Feb 16

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

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LYS17:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 18

LYS10:30Lyon-Saint Exupéry

23h 20m

1 stop

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Feb 15

JNB1:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 40m

3 stops

LYS13:15Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 18

LYS14:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

36h 45m

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JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Feb 15

JNB1:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 40m

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LYS13:15Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 18

LYS14:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

24h 40m

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R14 524

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Feb 16

JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m

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LYS22:15Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Feb 18

LYS14:10Lyon-Saint Exupéry

33h 15m

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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1:35-13:15

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14:10-15:50

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12:40-10:35

2 stops21h 55m

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15:20-18:20

2 stops27h 00m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Lyon from South Africa, with most prices found around R12 151. If you aren’t able to travel to Lyon during the month of November, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 820.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lyon?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Lyon from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was R12 368. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Lyon for around R15 498.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lyon?

Flying to Lyon from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R13 194 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around R15 420. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lyon from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lyon for around R14 310 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 South Africa for as low as R11 566 on momondo.

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As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 South Africa to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 558	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 649 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 111 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 755	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 513 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 434 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 437	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 605 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 864	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 686 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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The average flight duration from South Africa to Lyon depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Lyon is 17h 20m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Lyon is 19h 25m on average. Lyon is the most popular airport in Lyon.

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