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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.$1,540 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines and Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,540, select.
Lyon.$1,544 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,544, select.
Lyon.$1,604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Lyon on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,604, select.
Lyon.$1,735 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Lyon on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,735, select.
Lyon.$1,757 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,757, select.
Lyon.$1,817 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,817, select.
Lyon.$1,829 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Fri, 26 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,829, select.
Lyon.$1,840 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Lyon on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,840, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from $1,952
Jun
from $1,544
Jul
from $2,158
Aug
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Sep
from $1,829
Oct
from $1,817
Nov
from $1,540
Dec
from $2,262
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Feb
from $1,870
Mar
from $1,840
Apr
from $2,313

Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Lyon: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,540
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon is $1,540. 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 Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,540.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Lyon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Airport on Friday, 21 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine 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, Sichuan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Lyon is ten hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Your MEL to LYS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the MEL to LYS route.

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

  • $721 is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,540. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to LYS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Finding cheap flights from MEL to LYS is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • 67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

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Arriving at 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 drive to the centre.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

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

  • The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to visit Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

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

Explore more of France

  • You've seen Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its popular sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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