Cheap Flights from Lyon (LYS) to London (LGW)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to London Gatwick flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Lyon to London Gatwick

Lyon to London Gatwick: Alternative routes

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

Lyon to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$62
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to London Gatwick: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to London Gatwick is $62. 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.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to London Gatwick.
easyJet, Wizz Air UK and BA Euroflyer fly direct from Lyon to London Gatwick.
As of June 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Lyon to London Gatwick.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to London Gatwick is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport on Sunday, 1 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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 London Gatwick 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Gatwick.

Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • London is one hour behind Lyon and observes the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Flights from LYS to LGW start at 07:00 — the first with easyJet. The latest departure is at 21:30 with easyJet. In total, you can choose from 24 weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your LYS to LGW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • You can fly nonstop to London, United Kingdom. Book a ticket with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport:

  • British Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Among carriers operating LYS to LGW flights, British Airways has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LYS and LGW:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Strasbourg Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

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

  • Right now, $27 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $62. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LYS to LGW, book your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LYS to LGW.

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

Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • 69.6% of flights that depart Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

  • From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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