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Flight deals from New York Newark to Lyon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.R 4,240 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,240, select.
Lyon.R 4,850 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,850, select.
Lyon.R 4,916 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,916, select.
Lyon.R 5,069 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,069, select.
Lyon.R 5,986 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,986, select.
Lyon.R 6,270 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,270, select.
Lyon.R 6,331 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,331, select.
Lyon.R 7,093 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,093, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from R 7,389
Jun
from R 4,916
Jul
from R 4,240
Aug
from R 5,069
Sep
from R 4,850
Oct
from R 6,331
Nov
from R 5,986
Dec
from R 7,899
Jan
from R 7,093
Feb
from R 6,270
Mar
Find prices
Apr
from R 8,404

New York Newark to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

New York to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,240
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Lyon is R 6,955. 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 New York Newark to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,955.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from New York Newark to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Lyon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Lyon Airport on Tuesday, 14 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York Newark Airport 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.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Lyon is five hours ahead of New York and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your EWR to LYS flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and LYS:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Frankfurt Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is R 4,240. A round-trip ticket is currently R 6,955. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from EWR to LYS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from EWR to LYS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • 73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near EWR? If you've booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

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

When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Lyon. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EWR to LYS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of France

  • Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in France, head for Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are highlights.

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