Cheap Flights from Salzburg (SZG) to Lyon (LYS)

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

Salzburg to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Salzburg to Lyon: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$365
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Salzburg to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Salzburg to Lyon is $365. 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 Salzburg to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $365.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Salzburg to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Salzburg to Lyon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salzburg Airport to Lyon Airport on Saturday, 14 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Salzburg 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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Flying from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Salzburg and Lyon are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your SZG to LYS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • $246 is the best price for a one-way W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $365. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SZG to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SZG to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)

  • When it comes to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport's on-time performance, 65.75% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Salzburg to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near SZG? If you've booked an early flight from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

  • It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

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

  • September is the most popular month for flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Lyon in January.

  • Book your flight from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SZG to LYS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of France

  • Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

  • Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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