Which airlines fly to Lyon?

Air France, Lufthansa and Emirates 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 36% 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.

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 on average, while flying from Port Elizabeth to Lyon is 21h 30m on average. Lyon is the most popular airport in Lyon.

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

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

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 August 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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Jan 15

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

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LYS8:15Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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LYS8:55Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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Jan 15

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Aug 20

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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1 stop19h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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1 stop24h 55m

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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 R13 134. 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 R13 984.

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 R13 387. 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 R16 775.

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 R14 281 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around R16 690. 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 R15 715 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 R10 764 on momondo.

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The best one-way flight to Lyon from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R7 960. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Lyon found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 519.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Lyon takes 17h 00m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Lyon. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cape Town Intl Airport - Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

There is 1 airport near Lyon: Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS)

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As of August 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 R8 430	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 063	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 465 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 165	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 649	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 833	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 383 reviews	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 833	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R15 102	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 300 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

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

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

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

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Lyon flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Lyon?

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 on average, while flying from Port Elizabeth to Lyon is 21h 30m on average. Lyon is the most popular airport in Lyon.

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