CPT - LYS

R8 875 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lyon

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Cheapest return fare
R15 465
Typical prices: R16 500-R12 998
Emirates
Mon 28/9Thu 1/10
CPT - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 875
Typical prices: R9 504-R12 948
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/5
CPT - LYS • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from R15 465 (return)
Best reviews • 8,1 score
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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Lyon. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg R13 884 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 25m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lyon (CPT-LYS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cape Town to Lyon that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Lyon

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 13:50
CPT
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LYS
17h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:40 - 18:05
LYS
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CPT
26h 25m
1 stop
R15 465Emirates
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 13:50
CPT
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LYS
24h 35m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:40 - 16:40
LYS
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CPT
25h 00m
1 stop
R15 531Emirates
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 13:50
CPT
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LYS
19h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:40 - 18:05
LYS
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CPT
26h 25m
1 stop
R15 548Emirates
Fri, Jul 17 - Fri, Aug 7
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 13:50
CPT
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LYS
17h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:40 - 18:05
LYS
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CPT
26h 25m
1 stop
R15 962Emirates
Thu, Jul 16 - Fri, Aug 7
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 13:50
CPT
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LYS
17h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:40 - 18:05
LYS
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CPT
26h 25m
1 stop
R16 442Emirates
Thu, Jul 16 - Tue, Aug 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 9:25
CPT
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LYS
16h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 11:50
LYS
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CPT
17h 00m
1 stop
R16 972Turkish Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Sat, Aug 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 8:15
CPT
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LYS
17h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:20 - 13:00
LYS
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CPT
17h 40m
2 stops
R17 104Ethiopian Air
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 9:05
CPT
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LYS
37h 35m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:10 - 17:30
LYS
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CPT
22h 20m
2 stops
R17 170Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 17:20
CPT
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LYS
28h 05m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:10 - 17:30
LYS
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CPT
35h 20m
2 stops
R17 236Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 17:20
CPT
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LYS
28h 05m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:10 - 17:30
LYS
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CPT
22h 20m
2 stops
R17 253Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to Lyon flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Lyon to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Lyon?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Lyon departing in September.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lyon?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Lyon, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Lyon is May, where tickets cost R12 104 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R18 843 and R18 644 respectively.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightR8 875
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from Cape Town to Lyon

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Lyon?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Lyon was R8 875 for a one-way ticket and R15 465 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Lyon?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Lyon?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Lyon, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cape Town to Lyon, Emirates or Air France?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cape Town to Lyon are Emirates and Air France. With an average price for the route of R15 816 and an overall rating of 8,1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Air France is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R16 395 and an overall rating of 7,4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Lyon?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Lyon.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Lyon?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lyon from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Lyon?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Lyon with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Lyon?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Lyon from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Lyon

 
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3568 reviews
8,3Crew
8,2Entertainment
7,9Food
8,1Boarding
8,0Comfort
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I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

10,0 ExcellentElena, Dec 2025
DXB - COK
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I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Mostly good and consistent of Emirates service. Christmas menu was great initiative and tasted good. Taking the bus from terminal to the plane spoilt the experience a little.

There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

Could not board flight due to visa issue and emirates staff at the airport refused to help rebook flight because it was made by another provider. It took hours of communicating with my provider and Emirates staff each of whom said it was the others responsibility. As the time passed, I was eventually told it was too late for rebooking as I needed to do this at least three hours before the flight. Emirates staff also said the would unboard me but I believe I was recorded as a no show. Our first flight from Sydney to Dubai was more cramped than other airlines which was surprising considering their reputation.

I take emirates because of direct flights Otherwise no Cabin crew niot friendly and never friendly across the airlines Planes old inside not renewd .. this is not an issue The issue is the poor service

Crew were excellent and the bar service and chat fantastic. Cheese board delicious. Amenity kit good, very disappointing not getting pyjamas on this leg of the flight and needed to reuse from earlier flight.

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

Fantastic service the managed to locate my checked bag on the plans as re-tagged it for my final destination.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

Emirates First Class is always a treat with Caviar and service is always personalised.

As per usual when you Hit the UK it's a slow process through customs Not as efficient at Thailand for sure

The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

It was really nice journey i personally recommend klm flight

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

The boarding was efficient. The entertainment system was a bit unstable but Air France has a good selection of movies.

They lost my bag and I still have not received it

Communication on the delay, rebooking and how to get a hotel was poor. Mails, airport check-in and transfer desk said different things.

Not consistent with the food quality (I mean taste not freshness)

Food was really mediocre for premium economy in comparison to other airlines… the crew was nowhere to be found… 14 hour flight…

Worst airlines either. First leg was delayed because of crew not available. My connection was missed so they booked me automatically the next day! But, impossible to get anyone on site, web site does not let me access my reservation anymore, confirmed by useless agents over the phone. My 2-leg trip with part in business class arriving at 4:10pm ends up in an awful 3-leg arriving at 9pm the next day with no way to even choose the seats and of course at the very end of the plane. I can understand problems arrive but the way Air France handle it is just unacceptable. You are on your own. Apparently getting you to your destination is the only thing they consider their duty. The customer experience and fatigue is none of their concern. And I have a status with them. I will reconsider my priorities when flying with Air France and encourage everyone to do the same.

Our flight crew were terrific. And they handle a difficult passenger with finesse.

Excellent, Lima to Paris. But Paris to Amsterdam, delayed, missed my flight and KLM treated its missed flights passengers very badly, terribly bad. No hotel accommodation given. Passengers were told to find their own hotel accommodation and claim at reasonable rate and left the booth and literally with armed Police Officers listening to passengers complains. For three hours, after moving by Uber from hotel to hotel and calling and booking online, no hotel was available. I had to return to the airport and seat/sleep on the benches, suffering the cold, and rats running around until my new allocated flight the next day. It was the most terrible KLM treatment even seen and being a Business Class passenger. Still mentally suffering to date as a result.

3 hour delay but out of their control. App said I get vouchers but when I applied for them, they were nowhere to be found in my account

I bought business class tickets but the seats are exactly like economy with no comfort seats nor an empty seat next to me provided. Very poor, low quality airline.

This was my third time using Turkish Airlines. I was well satisfied with the overall experience! I believe that no one is perfect and that everyday we are trying to do the best we can to help others by giving a part of our lives through service. I believe from what I’ve seen that Turkish Airlines, have come close to that service! I will definitely recommend and reuse their services again! Thank you!

Food wasn’t good but not their fault as I should have pre selected

They are absolutely impossible to get hold of. A death in the family caused us to delay our departure. They are impossible to get through to and after waiting 41/2 hours I was told they would not consider helping us. They cancelled our return flight and have not reimbursed anything. I strongly urge readers to consider a different airline.

A lot of snacks and provided on request by traveller. Preferred meals which were on their menu were not always sufficient for those who wanted them. We were told 2 different items and offer which we asked for were not offered initially. We rejected the 3rd item given as a substitute for our initial choices which we didn't want and so we didn't accept it. Eventually our initial choice was offered. During service of coffee and tea, the crew member didn't offer us and moved back. Luckily neither of us wanted tea at that time. Crew members must avoid behavior that may be suggestive of discrimination

Cancelled with no notification and no assistance from ground staff re options or rebooking, where to stay or how we could get home to LHR.

Extremely bad BAD BAD BAD. NEVER TURKISH AIRLINES EVER AGAIN..PIRATES COMPANY.

They have adopted a crazy "no paper boarding passes at all cost policy". We spent half an our at the checkin stall – my elderly mother and her grandchildren were flying. She had no phone reception for some reason (besides being an inexperienced smartphone user), the kids had dumbphones, And they still won't issue a paper boarding pass. We had to do a lengthy dance with getting the boarding pass SMS on my phone and transferring them to her phone via WiFi. This was horrible, honestly. I can't imagine how they could manage it without me being there. Trees (and airline profits) should be less important than people.

Crew were unfriendly, touch screen for movies didn't work very well, seats were tight and uncomfortable

I was asked window seat on check in in Dar-es-Salaam. The person on the deck told me "yes, no problem", but gave me 10e and 25b seats! Better just to say "no"

Bad sitting every flight not good experience with food either

I was downgraded from business class to economy class with no compensation. American Airlines is absolutely the worst airline for international travel. They treat their business class customers like dogs.

Great flight, last one out the air-conditioning was far to hot and the return it was to cold and then issued blankets. On the outward bowned the headset connector didn't work properly. You had intermittent sound from the audio socket.

A little bit late but it went smoothly overall. Delicious food on Indigo!

The plane was dirty the food was awful and the boarding process took too long

Decrepit planes, poor business class layout designed to maximize revenue, no decent movie selection.

Flight was 3h50 and was only provided with a packet of oat cookies and offered a cold drink. Thankfully i'd had breakfast but for a morning flight of that length some sort of breakfast should be included. There were 2 toilets for economy but due to turbulence we couldn't use them until the last 1hr which meant the queue was then huge. Would've been nice to open up the business one for those closest to the front to use.

It is a wonderful airline. The cabin crews were friendly and the food as well as the service the were excellent.

The airport experience at check-in, just to drop a bag, was horrible. The were two agents working, two watching. We stood in line for just short of one hour. I asked the agent if this were normal and he said, "Well, yes. Just two computer terminals." No apologies. BA needs to fix this ASAP. Meanwhile, I've moved BA to the very bottom of my booking list.

Ok, my flight to Berlin was wonderful, no complaints everything I expected. The flight home however sucked! I hate using four letter words but there it is. The boarding process was horrible, me and others tried to board before with the e ticket, that did not work. Later I found out that it was a cyber attack. But they had 24 hours to get a plan in place. So that when people showed up they could be given information about the problem. The other problem is the help line was not working!

The flight was fine but no food available apart from snacks like Pringles and olives which was a problem for me as I hadn’t eaten anything that day. But the worst problem was BA left 24 suitcases in Heathrow as the flight was too full but didn’t tell anyone. So we waited for ages at Toulouse airport with no information and finally found out from the one member of staff in the baggage collection area who explained what had happened and apologised for no announcement being made but said that was their policy. Then BA contacted me today to say they have found my luggage and can deliver it to me on Tuesday - half way through my holiday!!!! So a friend has had to make a four hour round trip in his car to go and collect the luggage from the airport so we can get it today. A TOTAL SHAMBLES AND DISREGARD BY BA FOR THEIR PASSENGERS’ BEST INTERESTS.

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