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Flight deals from Frankfurt to Lyon Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $369. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Lyon

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

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Lyon

Frankfurt to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Frankfurt to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$360
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week172

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Lyon is $360. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Lyon.
Lufthansa, United and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Frankfurt to Lyon.
As of March 2026, there are 172 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Lyon is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Lyon Airport on Thursday, 4 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 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.

Flying from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS): What you need to know

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is Frankfurt's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) departing from here.

  • The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located in Lyon.

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) is the busiest route. You can select from 26 direct services a week between FRA and LYS.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Frankfurt to LYS.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport jetting out of FRA.

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between FRA and LYS is Lufthansa.

  • Air Dolomiti leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 90.0% of services arriving on schedule.

  • The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Frankfurt Airport:

  • 74% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on schedule.

Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport. Check out these connections between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and LYS:

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)

    • Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)

  • HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to LYS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt Hahn Airport:

  • Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.

About Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)

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

  • Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Lyon. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)

  • At the moment, $173 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $360. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Frankfurt to LYS, book your ticket ten months before your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Frankfurt to LYS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Frankfurt to LYS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 8ºC.

More about Lyon

  • Start your Lyon trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Lyon travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.

Explore more of France

  • Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.

  • Nice is another well-known destination in France and is around 290 kilometres southeast of Lyon. No journey is complete without dropping by Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice.

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