On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Lyon — Essaouira route. The distance between France and Morocco on this segment is 2,023 km, and direct flights are available about once a week.
Flights are operated by U2. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so use the low-fare calendar and price chart to find the best offer. The page also provides information on how to get to Lyon airport and how to get from Essaouira airport to your destination.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lyon — Essaouira by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $81 in F, and the most expensive are around $150 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lyon → Essaouira, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $103 | low | May | $167 | high | Sep | $142 | medium |
| Feb | $103 | low | Jun | $142 | medium | Oct | $154 | medium |
| Mar | $116 | medium | Jul | $193 | high | Nov | $109 | low |
| Apr | $180 | high | Aug | $193 | high | Dec | $109 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Essaouira is moderate: the warmest month is August, with average temperatures reaching 26.4°C. The coolest and wettest period is in January and March, when temperatures drop to 11.8°C and precipitation reaches its peak.
According to price statistics, the most budget-friendly month to fly is September, with tickets starting $81. Peak season is in August, when flight prices increase, starting $150.
The optimal time for a trip is considered to be September, offering the best balance between warm, dry weather and the lowest airfares. It is recommended to avoid booking for August if you are looking for the most affordable flight options.
easyJet (U2) operates regular flights on this route. It is the only carrier providing direct air service between the cities, with a frequency of about one departure per week. You can find detailed information on exact departure times and available dates in the interactive schedule below.
Flights Lyon — Essaouira depart from Lyon Saint-Exupéry International Airport and Grenoble-Isère Airport and arrive at Essaouira Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,023 km. The approximate direct flight time is about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Regular air service on this route is provided by easyJet (U2).
Yes, there are direct flights between the cities, but they are infrequent—approximately once a week.
Flights from Lyon arrive at Essaouira-Mogador International Airport (ESU).
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. You can check the current minimum in the low-fare calendar on this page.
To find the best deals, we recommend booking tickets for September and doing so in advance, as the number of flights per week is limited.
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