Cheap flights to Lyon
Flights to Lyon are served by two main aviation hubs: Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, located 20 km from the city center, and Grenoble-Isere Airport, situated 59 km away. The route network covers numerous destinations, with London (135), Paris (113), and Bordeaux (105) leading in terms of weekly flights. There is also active air service with Madrid and Amsterdam.
A total of 80 airlines operate flights to this destination, providing travelers with a wide range of choices. The leading carriers by traffic volume are Easy jet, Air France, and Transavia. Below on the page, you can find departure city cards with a convenient search form, and additional information is available in the city guide or sections on weather and how to get there.
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Flight insights to Lyon
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Lyon — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Lyon come from London, Paris and Bordeaux. London leads with around 135 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Lyon depart from France, Spain and Italy. France alone accounts for about 28% of all direct routes.
- Franceavg $72
- Spainavg $33
- Italyavg $38
- Portugalavg $53
- United Kingdomavg $18
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Lyon range from London at $18 to Amsterdam at $108 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Lyon from right now are London from $18, Palma from $25 and Palermo from $26.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Lyon is from Montreal at about 8h, followed by Dubai (6h 55m) and Tel Aviv (4h 19m).
- Montreal8h
- Dubai6h 55m
- Tel Aviv4h 19m
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife3h 55m
- Funchal3h 32m
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Czech RepublicFrequently asked questions
- Which airports serve flights to Lyon?
- The main aviation hub is Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, located 20 km from the city. Flights are also served by Grenoble-Isere Airport, which is 59 km from the central district.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Lyon?
- The highest number of flights arrive from London (135 per week), Paris (113), and Bordeaux (105). Madrid and Amsterdam are also among the top five popular routes.
- How many airlines fly to Lyon?
- 80 airlines operate flights to the city. The largest carriers by number of weekly flights are Easy jet, Air France, and Transavia.
- When is the best time to buy flight tickets to Lyon?
- It is recommended to book tickets 2–3 months before your trip, especially if you plan to travel during the summer season or on holiday dates. This allows you to choose optimal departure times and more favorable fares from popular carriers.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Lyon?
- To find great deals, it's worth comparing flights from low-cost carriers like Volotea or Vueling. It is also helpful to check flights from neighboring major cities and use the low-price calendar search.