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July 7 - July 23

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

LGW - Lyon

$217

$35

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September 3 - September 10

LTN - Lyon

$98

$39

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September 1 - September 10

LTN - Lyon

$94

$39

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September 1 - September 3

LTN - Lyon

$104

$40

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September 15 - September 22

LTN - Lyon

$100

$40

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September 1 - September 17

LTN - Lyon

$88

$40

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September 10 - September 17

LTN - Lyon

$101

$40

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September 3 - September 17

LTN - Lyon

$89

$40

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September 15 - September 17

LTN - Lyon

$106

$40

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October 13 - October 27

LTN - Lyon

$101

$40

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Insights for flights from London to Lyon

When planning cheap flights from London to Lyon, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $75. Other cost-effective options include July, where the median fare is $77, and March, with a median fare of $85. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from London to Lyon typically range from $74–$262, with a median price of $127. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a bargain may require some flexibility or waiting for better market conditions. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

A meaningful share of itineraries between London and Lyon are non-stop, with 42.3% of recent fares being direct flights from London to Lyon. For the remaining itineraries, most involve one stopover. This means you have a good chance of finding a direct flight, but connecting options are also widely available and may offer different price points or schedules.

A typical journey from London to Lyon takes approximately 6h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect when flying this route. The total travel time can vary based on the number and length of layovers.

The route between London and Lyon covers a distance of 791 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick journey compared to longer international routes. Short-haul flights typically involve less time in the air and more frequent service.

How much is a round trip from London to Lyon

Regular price: $171 - $378

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London Gatwick to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry is between $171 and $378. The current lowest deal is $35 with Vueling Airlines, for travel from Jul 7 to Jul 23.

now $35

Low $171

High $378

The cheapest time to fly from London to Lyon

The cheapest month to fly from London to Lyon is January, with a median price of $75. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $274. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $75

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $274

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Direct flights from London to Lyon

Wizz Air UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Lyon

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Lyon

London (LTN) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

$224

$127

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Lyon

London (STN) - Lyon (LYS)

Ryanair

$299

$164

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Lyon

London (STN) - Lyon (LYS)

Jet2.com

$330

$162

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Lyon

London (STN) - Lyon (LYS)

Jet2.com

$328

$179

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Lyon

London (LTN) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

$230

$100

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Lyon

London (LTN) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

$232

$116

One-way

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

9 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 23

$276 → $79

71%

16 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 23

$217 → $35

84%

14 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 23

$267 → $86

68%

15 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 23

$263 → $85

68%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Lyon

London - Lyon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from London to Lyon are above the typical level, with a median price of $127.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $75.

⏱️ Flight duration

The typical flight duration is 6h 35m.

The typical flight duration from London to Lyon is 6 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42% of recent deals are for direct flights.

42% of recent deals from London to Lyon are for direct flights, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Wizz Air UK offers direct flights.

Wizz Air UK has offered direct flights from London to Lyon in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent, appearing almost daily.

Deals for flights from London to Lyon are frequent, with almost one deal appearing per day.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport is often a good choice for budget-friendly flights from London to Lyon.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$39

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport offers various flight options for your journey from London to Lyon.

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

💸 Flights from ~$40

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport provides many connections for travelers flying from London to Lyon.

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

💸 Flights from ~$140

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a convenient option for flights from London to Lyon.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$244

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport can be an alternative for flights from London to Lyon.

📍 ~60 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$139

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport offers a range of flights from London to Lyon.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$125

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport is ideal for direct access to Lyon and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$35

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~28 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$35

Geneva (GVA)

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

📍 ~111 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Alpes–Isère (GNB)

Alpes–Isère is a close alternative to Lyon, serving as a base for several low-cost carriers.

📍 ~60 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$84

Chambéry (CMF)

Chambéry is useful for specific regional or seasonal routes, with relatively short travel time from Lyon.

📍 ~72 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne (CFE)

Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne is an established regional airport for domestic French connections.

📍 ~135 km from Lyon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

45% AI deal score

$1,065

From LGW

Elite

Nov 15

Lyon, France

44% AI deal score

$1,110

From LHR

Elite

Aug 08

Lyon, France

39% AI deal score

$1,126

From LHR

Elite

Jun 18

Lyon, France

35% AI deal score

$2,941

From LHR

Elite

Jun 23

Lyon, France

34% AI deal score

$1,561

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Lyon is between 28 and 59 days before departure, with an average price of $92. Booking within 7-13 days of departure also shows a relatively low average price of $118. However, prices tend to increase significantly for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $382. For those planning well in advance, booking 60 or more days ahead typically results in an average price of $219.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from London to Lyon is typically $74 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $127. While 25% of tickets were found for $74 or less, prices can go up to $262 or more for the upper quartile of fares. Aiming for prices around or below the $74 mark will generally secure a favorable deal.

Historically, January and July have offered the cheapest flights from London to Lyon, with median prices of $75 and $77 respectively. March also presents a relatively low median price of $85. The annual median price for this route is $127. Travelers looking for more budget-friendly options should consider flying during these months to potentially find better deals.

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