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Flight deals from Ottawa to Lyon Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £604. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.£454 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with WestJet and Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Lyon on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £454, select.
Lyon.£501 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Lyon on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £501, select.
Lyon.£503 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Lyon on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £503, select.
Lyon.£508 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Lyon on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £508, select.
Lyon.£514 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Thu, 21 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Lyon on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £514, select.
Lyon.£544 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Lyon on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £544, select.
Lyon.£604 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £604, select.
Lyon.£631 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with WestJet and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £631, select.
Lyon.£660 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Porter Airlines and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £660, select.
Lyon.£715 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Fri, 17 Jul.Return flight with WestJet and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £715, select.
Lyon.£795 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with WestJet and TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £795, select.
Lyon.£796 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £796, select.

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Ottawa to Lyon: Alternative routes

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Ottawa to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£454
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Lyon is £454. 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 Ottawa to Lyon. But we found flights with one stop from £454.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Ottawa to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Lyon is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Lyon Airport on Friday, 22 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa and Lyon 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 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lyon is WestJet .

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

  • Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS).

  • Lyon is five hours ahead of Ottawa. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Your flight from Ottawa to LYS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • YND is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • If you have an early flight from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra sleep) at Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport is another convenient accommodation option near Ottawa Gatineau Airport.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • You can arrive at YOW from the centre of Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Ottawa to LYS flight? Check in to a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 58.21%.

  • YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.

About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon is about 12 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

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

  • At the moment, £233 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £454. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Ottawa to LYS.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

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

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Ottawa to LYS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January when temperatures are 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. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • Your Lyon trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.

Explore more of France

  • Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Lyon. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the south, check out popular attractions including Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.

  • Nice is another essential stop in France and is around 290 kms (180 miles) south-east of Lyon. No trip is complete without experiencing Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Lyon

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