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Cheap Flights from Douala (DLA) to Lyon (LYS)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Douala to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.$1,253 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lyon on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,253, select.
Lyon.$1,261 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Douala on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Lyon on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,261, select.
Lyon.$1,321 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lyon on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,321, select.
Lyon.$1,389 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lyon on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,389, select.
Lyon.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lyon on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.
Lyon.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lyon on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.
Lyon.$1,770 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lyon on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,770, select.
Lyon.$2,365 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Douala on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Lyon on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,365, select.

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Douala to Lyon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Douala to Lyon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lyon.

Douala to Lyon: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,253
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Douala to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Douala to Lyon is $1,253. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Douala to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,253.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Douala to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Douala to Lyon is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Douala Airport to Lyon Airport on Friday, 19 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Douala Airport and Lyon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lyon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Royal Air Maroc offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Douala and Lyon share the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your DLA to LYS flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DLA and LYS:

    • Mohamed V International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • $745 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,253. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DLA to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DLA to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)

  • 53.91% of flights taking off from Douala Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Central Douala to Douala Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near DLA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • September is the busiest month for flights from Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Lyon in January.

  • When reserving your flight from Douala Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLA to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of France

  • You've visited Lyon, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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