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October 7 - October 11

Cheapest

EDI - Lyon

$275

$96

Round trip

October 1 - October 8

EDI - Lyon

$368

$98

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September 11 - September 22

EDI - Lyon

$235

$100

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September 12 - September 22

EDI - Lyon

$238

$101

Round trip

September 12 - September 15

EDI - Lyon

$261

$106

Round trip

October 5 - October 11

Best

EDI - Lyon

$376

$106

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

Earliest

EDI - Lyon

$251

$109

Round trip

October 3 - October 6

EDI - Lyon

$382

$110

Round trip

September 15 - September 22

EDI - Lyon

$252

$112

Round trip

October 7 - October 21

EDI - Lyon

$252

$114

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Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

The distance between Edinburgh and Lyon is approximately 1280 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Edinburgh to Lyon, fares typically range from $138–$220, with a median of $171. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 24% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon? You'll find the most affordable options in September, with a median fare of $139. Other budget-friendly months include January, where the median fare is $153, and July, with a median of $155. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

For flights from Edinburgh to Lyon, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 18% of recent fares being direct flights from Edinburgh to Lyon. When a connection is necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Edinburgh to Lyon, including connections, takes approximately 8h 35m. This duration reflects the common travel time given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Lyon

Regular price: $183 - $1,161

Prices for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $183 to $1161. The current lowest deal is $96 with easyJet UK, for travel from October 7 to October 11.

now $96

Low $183

High $1,161

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon is September, with a median price of $139. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $242. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Cheapest

Flights from $139

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Most Expensive

Flights from $242

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Direct flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Lyon

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Lyon

Edinburgh (EDI) - Lyon (LYS)

Jet2.com

$317

$192

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Lyon

Edinburgh (EDI) - Lyon (LYS)

Jet2.com

$347

$200

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Lyon

Edinburgh (EDI) - Lyon (LYS)

Jet2.com

$344

$200

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Lyon

Edinburgh (EDI) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

$342

$195

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Lyon

Edinburgh (EDI) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

$231

$144

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Lyon

Edinburgh (EDI) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

$205

$144

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

3 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 6

$382 → $110

71%

7 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 8

$368 → $98

73%

6 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 11

$376 → $106

72%

6 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 21

$382 → $125

67%

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon

Edinburgh - Lyon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Edinburgh to Lyon are currently below the typical level at $96.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon, with a median price of $139.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 8h 35m

Connecting flights from Edinburgh to Lyon typically take 8h 35m, covering a distance of 1280 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK has historically offered direct flights from Edinburgh to Lyon.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK has historically offered direct flights from Edinburgh to Lyon.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in September for better deals

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon.

Edinburgh main airports to depart from

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Lyon, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car or tram)

💸 Flights from ~$96

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport is ideal for reaching Lyon and the surrounding region from Edinburgh.

📍 ~20 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$96

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS) is the primary airport for Lyon, offering the best domestic and European connectivity.

📍 ~22 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$96

Geneva (GVA)

Geneva (GVA) is a major international hub with extensive long-haul and global connections, easily accessible from Lyon.

📍 ~95 km from Lyon (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$99

Alpes–Isère (GNB)

Alpes–Isère (GNB) is close to Lyon and serves as a base for several low-cost carriers, with many seasonal routes.

📍 ~56 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Chambéry (CMF)

Chambéry (CMF) offers relatively short travel time from Lyon and is useful for specific regional or seasonal routes.

📍 ~73 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne (CFE)

Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne (CFE) is an established regional airport and an alternative for domestic French connections.

📍 ~135 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$314

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

49% AI deal score

$1,175

From EDI

Elite

Aug 07

Lyon, France

48% AI deal score

Lyon, France

37% AI deal score

$2,069

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon are found when booking 14-27 days in advance, with an average price of $162. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $268. For bookings made 60+ days out, the average price is around $172, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is closer to the departure date, but not at the very last minute.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Edinburgh to Lyon is considered to be $138 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $171. Prices above $220 are typically in the higher range for this route. Aiming for a price at or below $138 could result in a notable saving.

Historically, September has offered the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Lyon, with a median price of $139. January and July also show competitive prices, with median fares of $153 and $155 respectively. While July is among the cheaper months, it also represents the most expensive month on an annual basis, with a median of $155, which is still below the annual median of $171.

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Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Lyon

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Lyon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon

Edinburgh - Lyon route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights take 8h 35m

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK offers direct flights

Consider booking in September for better deals

Edinburgh main airports to depart from

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

Best Elite deals to Lyon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

How early should I book Edinburgh to Lyon flights to get the cheapest price?

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