Cheap Flights from Lyon to Guangzhou

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Flight deals from Lyon Airport to Guangzhou Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,305. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Guangzhou

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

Lyon to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

Lyon to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,558
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Guangzhou is $1,558. 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 Guangzhou. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,558.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Lyon to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Guangzhou is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Monday, 28 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lyon Airport and Guangzhou Airport. 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 Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, making Guangzhou seven hours ahead of Lyon.

  • To ensure you catch your LYS to CAN flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LYS and CAN:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

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

  • Currently, $1,368 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,558. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LYS to CAN, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LYS to CAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou

  • You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.

  • From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Guangzhou. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Guangzhou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LYS to CAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 21ºC on average.

Explore more of China

  • Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of China, head for Dongguan, roughly 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画 are among its highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.