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July 28 - August 25

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

IST - Lyon

$202

$119

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July 28 - August 23

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

IST - Lyon

$202

$119

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July 28 - August 24

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

IST - Lyon

$202

$119

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July 28 - August 26

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

IST - Lyon

$202

$119

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September 23 - September 27

IST - Lyon

$215

$125

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September 16 - September 20

IST - Lyon

$213

$138

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October 4 - October 7

IST - Lyon

$204

$138

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September 16 - September 27

IST - Lyon

$189

$141

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September 16 - September 23

IST - Lyon

$205

$141

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September 9 - September 13

IST - Lyon

$214

$146

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Lyon

For cheap flights from Istanbul to Lyon, fares typically range from $145–$362, with a median of $211. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level, with only 17% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better pricing.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Lyon, July stands out with a median fare of $110. October is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $111. Following these, September presents a median fare of $167, still offering competitive pricing for your travel.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Lyon takes about 6h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. The route covers a distance of 1964 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Lyon

Regular price: $165 - $386

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

The regular price range for this route is between 165 USD and 386 USD. The current lowest deal is 119 USD with Transavia France, for travel from Jul 28 to Aug 26.

now $119

Low $165

High $386

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Lyon

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lyon is July, with a median price of 110 USD. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of 545 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $110

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $545

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon

Transavia France

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Lyon

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Lyon

Istanbul (SAW) - Lyon (LYS)

Pegasus Airlines

$355

$263

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Lyon

Istanbul (SAW) - Lyon (LYS)

Valuair

$355

$234

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Lyon

Istanbul (SAW) - Lyon (LYS)

Valuair

$334

$254

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Lyon

Istanbul (IST) - Lyon (LYS)

Transavia France

$376

$256

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Lyon

Istanbul (IST) - Lyon (LYS)

Transavia France

$370

$273

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Lyon

Istanbul (SAW) - Lyon (LYS)

Pegasus Airlines

$353

$241

One-way

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

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$355 → $234

34%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$376 → $256

32%

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$359 → $245

32%

4 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 26

$353 → $241

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Lyon

Istanbul - Lyon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Lyon are below the typical level, with deals as low as $119.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lyon, with a median price of $110.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 6h 40m

Flights from Istanbul to Lyon typically take 6h 40m. 46.5% of recent deals are for direct flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Transavia France offers direct flights

Transavia France offers direct flights on this route. Expect frequent deals, with 0.87 deals per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Transavia France: 1 direct deal found

Transavia France had 1 direct deal found recently. Consider them for your next flight from Istanbul to Lyon.

🎯 Booking tip

Book in July or October for the best prices

Historically, July and October offer the lowest median prices for flights from Istanbul to Lyon.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Lyon, often with competitive pricing.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$119

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides another option for travelers departing from Istanbul to Lyon.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Istanbul to Lyon.

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

💸 Flights from ~$119

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.

📍 ~25 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$119

Geneva (GVA)

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

📍 ~150 km from Lyon city center (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Alpes–Isère (GNB)

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

📍 ~70 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$605

Chambéry (CMF)

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

📍 ~90 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$610

Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne (CFE)

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

📍 ~160 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$371

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

42% AI deal score

$2,442

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Istanbul to Lyon are found when booking 28-59 days in advance, with an average price of $186. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices around $244. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price is $217. Prices for bookings made 14-27 days in advance are around $216. Flights booked 60+ days out are generally more expensive, averaging $442.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Istanbul to Lyon is considered to be $145 or less. The median price for this route has been $211. Prices can go up to $362 or more for the upper quartile of fares. Aiming for prices at or below $145 typically secures a favorable rate.

Historically, July and October have been the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Lyon, with median prices of $110 and $111 respectively. September also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $167. The annual median price for this route is $211, indicating that these months offer significant savings. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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