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Flight deals from Lyon Airport to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 783 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.659 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 659 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Fri, 25 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.667 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Colombo.725 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 725 €, select.
Colombo.781 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 781 €, select.
Colombo.783 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Transavia France and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Lyon on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 783 €, select.
Colombo.788 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lyon on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 788 €, select.
Colombo.788 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lyon on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 788 €, select.
Colombo.832 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lyon on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 832 €, select.
Colombo.838 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lyon on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From 838 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
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Apr
from 783 €
May
from 667 €
Jun
from 667 €
Jul
from 891 €
Aug
from 903 €
Sep
from 667 €
Oct
from 725 €
Nov
from 667 €
Dec
from 667 €
Jan
from 832 €
Feb
from 858 €

Alternative Lyon to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Lyon to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from 659 €
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Lyon to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found338 €
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Colombo is 659 €. 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 Lyon to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from 659 €.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Lyon to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Colombo is usually May.
If you're flying from Lyon Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from 659 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Colombo on Monday, 25 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lyon Airport and Colombo. 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 Colombo 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 Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Lyon.

  • For a relaxed start to your LYS to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from LYS to Colombo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • LYS is about 19 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near LYS. Whether you have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

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

  • 338 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket right now is 659 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from LYS to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LYS to Colombo.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CMB. Settle in and get cosy after your LYS to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Colombo in low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LYS to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Colombo:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, about 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are key highlights.

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