What percentage of Lyon to Paris flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 40.8% of flights from Lyon to Paris are direct. For flights that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers is typically one. Travelers preferring a direct route should consider this percentage when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Lyon to Paris?

A direct flight from Lyon to Paris typically takes 1 hour and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 391 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 11 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

Should I set a price alert for Lyon to Paris flights?

Given that deals for flights from Lyon to Paris are classified as frequent, setting a price alert is a recommended strategy. This route often sees price fluctuations, making alerts a useful tool for travelers. Over the trailing 30 days, numerous opportunities for good prices have historically emerged.

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Lyon to Paris: Overview

Insights for flights from Lyon to Paris

For those looking for cheap flights from Lyon to Paris, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $76. December also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $78, followed by May at $98. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers to find lower prices on this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Lyon to Paris typically range from $99 to $217, with a median price of $170. Currently, prices are significantly above the typical level for this route. About 19% of recent fares were considered a good price, indicating that finding deals requires some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When flying from Lyon to Paris, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. Approximately 40.8% of recent fares were for direct flights from Lyon to Paris. This means you have options for both non-stop travel and itineraries with a single layover, which can sometimes offer different price points or schedule flexibility.

A typical journey from Lyon to Paris takes about 17h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more layovers, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect. Given that a significant portion of flights include connections, this median time is a realistic estimate for the entire trip.

The distance between Lyon and Paris is approximately 391 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively quick journey suitable for short trips or convenient connections within Europe.

How much is a round trip from Lyon to Paris

Regular price: €178 - €250

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lyon to Paris is typically between 178 EUR and 250 EUR. The current lowest deal is 102 EUR with Volotea, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 30.

now 102 €

Low 178 €

High 250 €

The cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Paris

The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Paris is November, with a median price of 76 USD. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of 311 USD. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from 76 €

March

Most Expensive

Flights from 311 €

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Direct flights from Lyon to Paris

Air France

Last-minute flights going from Lyon to Paris

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Paris

Lyon (LYS) - Paris (CDG)

Lufthansa

291 €

265 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Paris

Lyon (LYS) - Paris (CDG)

Air France

218 €

184 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Paris

Lyon (LYS) - Paris (CDG)

Air France

212 €

196 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Paris

Lyon (LYS) - Paris (ORY)

Volotea

323 €

232 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Paris

Lyon (LYS) - Paris (ORY)

Volotea

278 €

199 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Paris

Lyon (LYS) - Paris (ORY)

easyJet UK

278 €

223 €

One-way

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

8 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 22

215 € → 96 €

55%

1 night

Sep 21 - Sep 22

230 € → 121 €

47%

9 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 23

215 € → 110 €

49%

8 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 30

217 € → 113 €

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Lyon to Paris

Lyon - Paris route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Lyon to Paris are above the typical level, with 19% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $76.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 17h 15m long

Flights from Lyon to Paris typically last 17h 15m, covering a short-haul distance of 391 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.8% of recent flights are direct

40.8% of recent flights from Lyon to Paris are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air France offers direct flights

Air France is an airline offering direct flights on the Lyon to Paris route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Lyon to Paris are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Lyon main airports to depart from

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) is a convenient departure point for flights to Paris.

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

💸 Flights from ~$126

Paris main airports to arrive at

Paris Orly (ORY)

Cheapest

Paris Orly is a convenient arrival option for flights to Paris, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~13 km from Paris city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Airports nearby Paris used as alternative

Brussels (BRU)

Cheapest

Brussels Airport offers a comparable global network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Paris.

📍 ~265 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Paris

79% AI deal score

$1,186

$680

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Paris

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Lyon to Paris is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $171. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets purchased 0-6 days out averaging $331. For those booking 28-59 days in advance, the average price is approximately $210, indicating a significant saving by planning ahead.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lyon to Paris is considered to be $99 or less. The median price observed for this route over the same period was $170. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets being sold for $217 or less. Aiming for prices around the $99 mark can result in a more economical trip.

Historically, November and December have offered some of the cheapest flights from Lyon to Paris, with median prices of $76 and $78 respectively. May also presented a relatively low median price of $98. The annual median price for this route is $170, suggesting that travelers can find significant savings by flying in these specific months.

Lyon to Paris: Overview