Book cheap flights from Lyon to Cape Town from £439

Last minute flights from Lyon to Cape Town

Save big and visit this destination

Prices shown below were available within the past 3 days for the period specified and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.
Lyon Cape Town
BEST
DEAL
Tue, 28 May LYS - CPT
£452 £439
Prime price per passenger

Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
50% Trains in Cape Town are 50% cheaper than in Lyon.
Lyon £1.71
Cape Town £0.86
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
48% A meal in Cape Town is 48% cheaper than a meal in Lyon.
Lyon £12.84
Cape Town £6.66
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 23.21 ZAR
1 ZAR = 0.05 GBP
Last checked on 04 May 2024
Distance: 5574 miles
Lyon airports
Geneva (GVA) How far from city centre: 70 miles
Saint Exupery (LYS) How far from city centre: 6 miles
Lyon - Bron (LYN) How far from city centre: 6 miles
St Geoirs (GNB) How far from city centre: 37 miles
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 11 miles

Searching for Lyon to Cape Town flights?

Ready for Cape Town? Choose cheap flights from over 440 airlines

Book flights cheap flights from Lyon to Cape Town

If you are planning to visit Cape Town from Lyon, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from France to South Africa, Lyon - Cape Town is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport LYS, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport CPT airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in South Africa.

The flight duration is approximately 16 h and 45 m, covering a distance of about 8969 between the two cities.

Tips for booking flights from Lyon to Cape Town

Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Lyon LYS to Cape Town CPT: airline1.

Start planning your next adventure with eDreams, and let us help you turn your travel dreams into reality. Your journey awaits – book your flight today!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Lyon to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Lyon to Cape Town at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £439 for the route Lyon - Cape Town. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Lyon to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 0.86 GBP pounds, 80% cheaper than Lyon, with a fare of 4.28 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 50% less in Cape Town: 0.86 GBP pounds against 1.71 GBP pounds in Lyon. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 6.66 GBP euros in Cape Town, 48% less than the 12.84 GBP euros in Lyon. The price of a coffee is approximately 41% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 1.61 GBP euros, while in Lyon the coffee costs 2.73 GBP.
What is the duration of a flight from Lyon to Cape Town?
Flight duration from Lyon to Cape Town is around 13:18 hours on average, at an average distance of 9,942 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Cape Town compared to Lyon?
The average temperature in Lyon is 33.87 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 9.0 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures reach 28.98 during the hot season, with 9.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 degrees in Cape Town, compared to the -5.03 average degrees reported in Lyon. During the winter period, Lyon can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.
Flight Time 13 h and 18 m Flights from Lyon and Cape Town last around 13 h and 18 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £439 The cheapest price available for flights from Lyon to Cape Town that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season September According to search data from our customers, September is the busiest time to fly from Lyon to Cape Town
Best time to book August Data from our customers tells us that August is the most popular time to fly to Cape Town from Lyon

Plan your trip