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Cheapest return flight
R12 813
Typical prices: R13 195-R16 796
Ethiopian Air
Fri 16/11Sat 24/11
JNB - LYS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 398
Typical prices: R7 587-R10 431
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/1
JNB - LYS • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R10 247 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 14h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lyon (JNB-LYS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Lyon

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 55m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
R12 813Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 55m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
R13 063Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Jan 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:10 - 22:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R13 363Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R13 496Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
Air Algerie Logo
20:40 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 40m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
21:05 - 8:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 45m2 stops Algiers Houari Boumediene Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R13 963Air Algerie
1 day ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 29
Air Algerie Logo
20:40 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 40m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
12:35 - 8:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
R13 963Air Algerie
1 day ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
14:40 - 20:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 079Emirates
3+ days ago
Sat, Mar 27 - Sun, Apr 4
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
15:40 - 16:15LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 229Emirates
3+ days ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Jan 9
Air France Logo
23:55 - 22:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Air France Logo
6:20 - 22:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 645Air France
2 days ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Jan 9
Air France Logo
23:55 - 17:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
6:20 - 22:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 212Air France
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon typically range from R13 195 to R16 796. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 813 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon. It's 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon at R12 030 return.
•September (R20 561) and June (R19 878) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R7 398
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Lyon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon takes 00m, covering 13 390 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon range from R13 195 to R16 796, with an average of R14 552 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 195 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 813 to R44 421. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 701, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R755 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Ok Mobility
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 030 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R19 861, a difference of R7 831.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 54m, compared to 15h 42m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 59m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Lyon?

    Lyon is 1 hour behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 030, which is about R7 831 less than Thursday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon trip for February. Fares historically average R12 030 return in that month – typically R8 531 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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