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126 € Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) 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.126 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 126 €, select.
Lyon.137 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 137 €, select.
Lyon.137 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Istanbul on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Lyon on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 137 €, select.
Lyon.139 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Istanbul on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Lyon on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 139 €, select.
Lyon.140 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.
Lyon.142 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 142 €, select.
Lyon.145 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 145 €, select.
Lyon.149 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Istanbul on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Lyon on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 149 €, 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 January.
Dec
from 187 €
Jan
from 137 €
Feb
from 145 €
Mar
from 140 €
Apr
from 137 €
May
from 159 €
Jun
from 219 €
Jul
from 233 €
Aug
from 269 €
Sep
from 221 €
Oct
from 139 €
Nov
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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 found126 €
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week57

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Lyon is 126 €. 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 23 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Lyon.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Lyon.
As of December 2025, there are 57 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lyon is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Lyon Airport on Monday, 26 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 23 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.
Currently, Wizz Air UK and Transavia France offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

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

  • Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lyon two hours behind Istanbul.

  • Every week, there are 20 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, go for the 06:55 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:05 with Transavia France.

  • Your IST to LYS flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Lyon (and perhaps some other great parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and LYS include:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Strasbourg Airport

    • Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is 42 €. A return plane ticket right now is 126 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from IST to LYS, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IST to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near IST:

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 reach the centre by car.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

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

  • September is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Lyon in January.

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

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST 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 explore other parts of France. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

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

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