125 € Cheap Flights from London Heathrow to Lyon

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Lyon

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

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Lyon

London Heathrow to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

London to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found125 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 45 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week92

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

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Lyon is 125 €. 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 45 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Lyon.
British Airways, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Lyon.
As of July 2025, there are 92 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Lyon is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Airport on Monday, 8 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 45 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.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

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

  • Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Lyon is one hour ahead of London and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 70 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with British Airways is the earliest you can take. British Airways operates the last service of the day at 18:30.

  • To ensure you get on your LHR to LYS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Jetting into Lyon (and then discovering more of France!) is a snap with British Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is British Airways.

  • With 70.21% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to LYS flights.

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

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Marseille Provence Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is 63 €. A return plane ticket right now is 125 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from LHR to LYS, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.

  • December is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LHR to LYS.

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

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.

  • London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

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 roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.

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

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

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

  • Look for cheap tickets from LHR to LYS in January if you want to travel in 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 seen Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

  • Marseille is another favourite destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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