Which airports can I use when flying from Lyon to Cape Town?

Flights from Lyon to Cape Town usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Which airports do connecting flights from Lyon to Cape Town pass through?

One-stop flights from Lyon to Cape Town most commonly connect through: • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 43% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 20% of one-stop connections • Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 12% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lyon to Cape Town?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Lyon to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 750 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 865, a difference of R5 114. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Cape Town flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the R17 683 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Lyon to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Lyon to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 419 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Cape Town?

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.

Have flight prices from Lyon to Cape Town 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 R11 873 to R66 243. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Lyon to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Lyon to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 541, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lyon to Cape Town?

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 27m, compared to 15h 45m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 56m via London Heathrow (LHR).

What is the time difference between Lyon and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Lyon (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R439 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Woodford • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Lyon to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Lyon to Cape Town range from R14 328 to R21 912, with an average of R17 683 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 328 counts as a good deal.

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

Return flights from Lyon to Cape Town typically range from R14 328 to R21 912. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 873 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Cape Town. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Cape Town at R14 339 return. •December (R24 617) and April (R22 430) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lyon to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Cape Town are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Lyon to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air (R11 873) and Air France (R13 386) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Lyon to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Lyon to Cape Town?

Dubai Intl (DXB) is the most popular stopover for the Lyon to Cape Town route. 43% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DXB.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Lyon to Cape Town?

Flights via London Gatwick (LGW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R12 003. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Lyon to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) had the shortest average connection time for Lyon to Cape Town stopovers at 8h 52m over the past 3 months.

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R11 873

Typical prices: R14 328-R21 912

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Typical prices: R10 366-R13 111

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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.

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September

Cheapest • 19% price drop

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London Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest • Avg R12 003 (return)

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Shortest trip • 15h 27m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Lyon to Cape Town

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16

19:35 - 14:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 35m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

17h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R11 873Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7

19:35 - 13:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 25m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

19h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R11 873Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

Thu, Mar 11 - Mon, Apr 5

19:35 - 14:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 35m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

18h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R11 906Ethiopian Air

2 days ago

Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Apr 9

19:35 - 13:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 25m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

17h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R12 202Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Feb 4

7:05 - 21:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 55m1 stop London Gatwick

11:30 - 11:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

24h 40m1 stop London Gatwick

R12 317Multiple Airlines

6 hours ago

Sat, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 21

19:20 - 14:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 50m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

17h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R12 317Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Dec 13

22:25 - 20:20LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 55m1 stop London Luton

11:20 - 9:05CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

22h 45m1 stop London Gatwick

R12 333Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 21

19:20 - 14:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 50m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

17h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R12 350Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 31

14:40 - 6:25LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 22:15CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

14h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 386Air France

2 days ago

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16

11:35 - 6:25LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 22:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

15h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 731Air France

1 day ago

Recent last minute flight deals from Lyon to Cape Town

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 1

14:40 - 18:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:30 - 12:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 942Emirates

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 30

10:40 - 23:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 20m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

33h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R13 139Turkish Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 1

10:40 - 23:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 20m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

24h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R13 188Turkish Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 30

10:40 - 23:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 20m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

33h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R13 254Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 1

11:00 - 9:30LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 30m1 stop London Gatwick

23:10 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

34h 25m2 stops London Gatwick Barcelona-El Prat

R13 797Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 1

11:00 - 9:30LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 30m1 stop London Gatwick

23:10 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

34h 25m2 stops London Gatwick Barcelona-El Prat

R13 846Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 24

6:15 - 22:40LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 17:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

18h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 586KLM

1 day ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 1

18:10 - 23:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

14:00 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

28h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

R15 260Turkish Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 1

18:10 - 23:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

14:00 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

28h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

R15 310Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 24

6:15 - 22:40LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 17:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

18h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 754Air France

1 day ago

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How much is a return flight from Lyon to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Lyon to Cape Town departing in December.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Cape Town?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Cape Town. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Cape Town? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Lyon to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •September is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Cape Town at R14 339 return.
•December (R24 617) and April (R22 430) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Lyon to Cape Town the cheapest?: Flights from Lyon to Cape Town are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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How long is a flight from Lyon to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Lyon to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 419 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Cape Town?
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 Lyon to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Lyon to Cape Town range from R14 328 to R21 912, with an average of R17 683 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 328 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Cape Town flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the R17 683 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Lyon to Cape Town 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 R11 873 to R66 243. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Lyon to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Lyon to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 541, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R439 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Lyon to Cape Town?
Flights from Lyon to Cape Town usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Lyon to Cape Town pass through?
One-stop flights from Lyon to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 43% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 12% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lyon to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Lyon to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 750 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 865, a difference of R5 114.

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 Lyon to Cape Town?
Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 27m, compared to 15h 45m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 56m via London Heathrow (LHR).
What is the time difference between Lyon and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Lyon (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R14 750, which is about R5 114 less than Saturday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average R14 339 return in that month – typically R10 278 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

• Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
• Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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