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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lyon from R8 545

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LYS
Dec 27 — Jan 31
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in February or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Lyon (LYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 December 2024.

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R8 545

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 193
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 5/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Lyon
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Best flights from Johannesburg to Lyon
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 December 2024.

Wed 5/219:35JNB - LYS
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Wed 12/212:50LYS - JNB
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 22/12R8 545
Wed 5/219:35JNB - LYS
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/214:50LYS - JNB
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R9 588
Sun 26/119:35JNB - LYS
2 stops17h 30mAustrian Airlines
Sun 2/212:50LYS - JNB
2 stops43h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 22/12R10 228
Sun 26/119:40JNB - LYS
1 stop14h 55mAir France
Sun 2/214:35LYS - JNB
1 stop17h 50mAir France
Deal found 22/12R10 521
Tue 4/21:15JNB - LYS
2 stops37h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 12/214:10LYS - JNB
2 stops24h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/12R13 467
Tue 7/113:20JNB - LYS
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 13/115:40LYS - JNB
1 stop35h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/12R20 328
Tue 7/111:30JNB - LYS
2 stops26h 20mEmirates
Thu 16/114:40LYS - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEmirates
Deal found 21/12R276 104

Find flights from Johannesburg to Lyon within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 December 2024.

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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

19:35-9:55

1 stop15h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 12/2

12:50-7:05

1 stop17h 15m

R8 545

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

19:35-12:05

2 stops17h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 12/2

14:50-7:05

2 stops15h 15m

R9 588

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

19:35-12:05

2 stops17h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 2/2

12:50-9:30

2 stops43h 40m

R10 228

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

19:40-9:35

1 stop14h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 2/2

14:35-9:25

1 stop17h 50m

R10 521

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

1:15-13:25

2 stops37h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 12/2

14:10-16:00

2 stops24h 50m

R13 467

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/1

13:20-13:40

1 stop25h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 13/1

15:40-3:55

1 stop35h 15m

R20 328

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/1

11:30-12:50

2 stops26h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 16/1

14:40-10:25

1 stop18h 45m

R276 104

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/1

17:00-13:45

2 stops21h 45m

R13 631

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/1

17:00-11:00

2 stops19h 00m

R14 565

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/1

20:00-13:40

1 stop18h 40m

R18 590

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Lyon including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Lyon. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Lyon is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 December 2024.

When flying from Johannesburg to Lyon, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Lyon?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Lyon. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Lyon flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 40.0 - 80.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Lyon when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lyon, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lyon. Reviews last updated 22 December 2024.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
785 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 790 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 503 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
280 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Lyon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from Johannesburg?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Lyon. You should not have trouble finding flights to Lyon-Saint Exupéry from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Lyon airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 20,1 km journey from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) to Lyon’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon round-trip?

    Lufthansa, at R8 545, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lyon.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Austrian Airlines and Air France. Lufthansa is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Lyon one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R13 631. Users have also found prices from R18 590 and R18 663 on Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Lyon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lyon

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR9 140AverageR13 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 830AverageR14 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 526AverageR15 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 771AverageR13 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 777AverageR15 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 757AverageR13 418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 446AverageR16 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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