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Cheapest return flight
R12 243
Typical prices: R12 381-R16 260
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/10Wed 24/10
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
November
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R10 013 (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

Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:20 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 10m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
R12 243Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 9:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:00 - 22:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R12 520Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 - 18:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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9:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m3 stops Barcelona-El Prat Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R13 497Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:10 - 11:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 578Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:10 - 11:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 627Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:10 - 11:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 692Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 13:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
14:40 - 10:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 758Emirates
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 16:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Gatwick
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12:55 - 20:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R13 904Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 22:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Paris Charles de Gaulle
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9:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m3 stops Barcelona-El Prat Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R14 051Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 35m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R14 181Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon start at R12 243. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R12 381 to R16 260. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 243 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 381 return.
•June (R19 423) and January (R17 779) 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 243
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium 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 0h 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 381 to R16 260, with an average of R14 107 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 381 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 243 to R91 793. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 R175 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

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lyon route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 139 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R19 407, a difference of R6 268. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R13 139 – about R6 268 less than Thursday (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 381 return in that month – typically R8 043 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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