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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.Rs24,513 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,513, select.
Lyon.Rs24,513 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,513, select.
Lyon.Rs33,941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,941, select.
Lyon.Rs33,941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,941, select.
Lyon.Rs33,941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,941, select.
Lyon.Rs33,941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,941, select.
Lyon.Rs34,391 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Cairo on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,391, select.
Lyon.Rs42,232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,232, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs42,232
Jun
from Rs24,513
Jul
from Rs24,513
Aug
from Rs44,627
Sep
from Rs34,391
Oct
from Rs44,627
Nov
from Rs33,941
Dec
from Rs33,941
Jan
from Rs33,941
Feb
from Rs54,998
Mar
from Rs33,941
Apr
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Direct flights from Cairo to Lyon

Cairo to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Cairo to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs24,513
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineTransavia France
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Lyon is Rs61,930. 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.
4 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Lyon.
Transavia France flies direct from Cairo to Lyon.
As of May 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Cairo to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Lyon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Lyon Airport on Sunday, 6 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 35 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, Transavia France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

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

  • Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, making Lyon one hour behind Cairo.

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

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Lyon (and then exploring more of France!) is a snap with Transavia France. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Transavia France is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • With 76.92% of services landing as planned, Transavia France is the most punctual carrier offering CAI to LYS flights.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAI and LYS:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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

  • Rs24,513 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs61,930. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from CAI to LYS by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CAI to LYS.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • 63.38% of flights that depart Cairo International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:

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.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

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

  • September is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Lyon in January.

  • Book your flight from Cairo International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to visit Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CAI to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC on average.

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 tick off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in France, consider Marseille, about 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are highlights.

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