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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.£215 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £215, select.
Lyon.£248 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Lyon on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £248, select.
Lyon.£253 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 13 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From £253, select.
Lyon.£260 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From £260, select.
Lyon.£261 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Wed, 21 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £261, select.
Lyon.£288 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Mon, 20 Apr.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Dubai on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £288, select.
Lyon.£297 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with FLYONE and Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with FLYONE, departs from Dubai on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £297, select.
Lyon.£328 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Dubai on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Lyon on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £328, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jan
from £261
Feb
from £253
Mar
from £248
Apr
from £288
May
from £328
Jun
from £297
Jul
from £378
Aug
from £388
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Dec
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Direct flights from Dubai to Lyon

Dubai to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Dubai to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£215
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time7 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Lyon is £215. 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.
7 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Lyon.
Qantas and Emirates fly direct from Dubai to Lyon.
As of January 2026, there are 45 flights per week flying from Dubai to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Lyon is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Lyon Airport on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 5 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.

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

  • Dubai has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) flying out of Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • Around 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.

  • Lyon is three hours behind Dubai. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). You can pick from 7 direct services each week. Emirates operates a 8:35am departure between DXB and LYS.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to LYS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.

  • During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) can be booked from here.

  • Emirates is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport departing from DXB.

  • Emirates is the airline most travellers choose for flights from DXB to LYS.

  • Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.69% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to LYS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • DXB is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

  • Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is one of the options between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and LYS.

  • You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to LYS flight? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 12 miles from central Lyon. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is £101. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £215. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Dubai to LYS, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Dubai to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). September is the peak month for travel to Lyon. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.

  • Lock in a Dubai to LYS plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about Lyon

  • Start your Lyon trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are a couple of major attractions to add to your Lyon itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Odeon of Lyon.

Explore more of France

  • You've visited Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 274 kms (170 miles) south to Marseille to check off its leading sights. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of France, head for Nice, about 290 kms (180 miles) south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are the start of reasons to visit.

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