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Cheap Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Lyon (LYS)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.$201 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Lyon.$210 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $210, select.
Lyon.$216 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Lyon.$232 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Lyon on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Lyon.$240 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Fri, 29 Aug.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.
Lyon.$251 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Istanbul on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Lyon on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $251, select.
Lyon.$252 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $252, select.
Lyon.$254 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $254, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in December.
May
from $310
Jun
from $307
Jul
from $451
Aug
from $407
Sep
from $232
Oct
from $251
Nov
from $216
Dec
from $201
Jan
from $210
Feb
from $254
Mar
from $254
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Istanbul to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$201
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time3 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week134

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Lyon is $201. 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.
3 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Lyon.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Lyon.
As of May 2025, there are 134 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lyon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Lyon Airport on Monday, 1 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 28 minutes.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lyon is Pegasus Airlines .

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

  • Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 26 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Istanbul.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Transavia France at 19:05. Choose the first IST to LYS departure with Turkish Airlines at 06:55 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to LYS.

  • Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Transavia France is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport departing from IST.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Istanbul to LYS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.

  • Have an early flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Looking to fly out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? You can reserve a direct flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) from this popular hub.

  • Board your direct flight from Istanbul to LYS with Pegasus Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of SAW.

  • Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to LYS, take things easy in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 47 minutes if you're using public transport.

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

  • For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, $86 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $201. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.

  • 10 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to score flight tickets from Istanbul to LYS.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Istanbul to LYS. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Lyon. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Istanbul to LYS during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC on average.

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