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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R12 350
Typical prices: R12 675-R16 646
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/11Thu 22/11
JNB - LYS • 3 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
November
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R10 250 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 14h 38m (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

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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13:30 - 22:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Istanbul Tunis Carthage
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6:30 - 9:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m3 stops Tunis Carthage Istanbul Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R12 350Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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18:50 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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10:40 - 10:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R13 067Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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18:50 - 22:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
29h 00m2 stops Istanbul Tunis Carthage
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6:30 - 9:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m3 stops Tunis Carthage Istanbul Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R13 117Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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19:55 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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18:40 - 9:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 183Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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13:45 - 22:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Tunis Carthage
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6:30 - 8:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m2 stops Tunis Carthage Doha Hamad Intl
R13 217Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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0:20 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 11:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 833Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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0:20 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 11:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 883Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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0:20 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 11:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 917Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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20:45 - 19:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
22h 25m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
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13:35 - 7:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 10m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
R16 217Air Algerie
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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18:45 - 13:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
43h 05m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl
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15:35 - 20:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 50m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare
R43 317Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flights

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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 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon at R11 650 return.
•June (R19 884) and January (R18 200) 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

April

Cheapest flight

R12 350
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip 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
    • Business 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 R12 675 to R16 646, with an average of R14 442 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 675 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 350 to R98 768. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R179 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • 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) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% 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 33% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 450 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R19 867, a difference of R6 417.

    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 38m, compared to 15h 15m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 46m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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 R13 450, about R6 417 less than Thursday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon trip for November. Fares historically average R11 650 return in that month – typically R8 233 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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