LYS - JNB

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Cheapest return flight
R10 987
Typical prices: R12 518-R17 299
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/12Sat 13/1
LYS - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 871
Typical prices: R9 401-R12 190
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/11
LYS - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lyon and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 12% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R10 115 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 14h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Johannesburg (LYS-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lyon to OR Tambo

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Jan 13
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 55m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
R10 987Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:20 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 10m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
R11 133Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 55m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
R11 165Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 55m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
R11 165Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 19
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:20 - 13:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 10m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
R11 311Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 27
Air Algerie Logo
19:40 - 8:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 10m2 stops Algiers Houari Boumediene Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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20:40 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 40m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
R11 344Air Algerie
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Air Algerie Logo
20:10 - 8:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 40m2 stops Algiers Houari Boumediene Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
Air Algerie Logo
20:40 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 40m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
R11 344Air Algerie
Sat, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 28
Lufthansa Logo
12:55 - 9:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:55 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 074Lufthansa
Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12
Air France Logo
6:00 - 21:20LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 20m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 17:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 297Air France
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 26
Air France Logo
14:40 - 11:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
19:40 - 10:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 508Air France
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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

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

Return flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport start at R10 987. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R12 518 to R17 299. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 987 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R12 772 return.
  • December (R22 558) and August (R18 598) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

R7 871
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 55% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Lyon to OR Tambo

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 12% 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 Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 356 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R15 758, a difference of R2 402. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Eastgate Shopping Centre, and Gallagher Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 38% above the route average of R14 524. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 13 390 km.

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

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R10 987 to R74 245. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 635, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 53m, compared to 14h 55m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 44m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R111 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Return flights from Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R12 518 to R17 299, with an average of R14 524 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 518 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R13 356 – about R2 402 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for May. Fares historically average R12 772 return in that month – typically R9 786 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
    - Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    - Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    - Aero Guest Lodge

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