Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Lyon

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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Lyon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,352. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Lyon

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

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Lyon

London Gatwick to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

London to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 391
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Lyon is R 701. 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.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Lyon.
easyJet, BA Euroflyer and British Airways fly direct from London Gatwick to Lyon.
As of May 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Lyon is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Airport on Thursday, 4 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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.
Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.

  • You can choose from 144 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with Wizz Air UK is the earliest you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 20:25.

  • To ensure you catch your LGW to LYS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. When you're ready to start your Lyon adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of France:

  • Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.

  • British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates LGW to LYS flights. An impressive 80.0% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between LGW and LYS:

    • Nantes Atlantique Airport

    • Bordeaux Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

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

  • R 391 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 701. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book three months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to LYS.

  • February is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LGW to LYS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

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

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • 69.26% of flights leaving from London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on time.

  • London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

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

  • September is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Lyon in January.

  • Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of France

  • Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

  • Marseille is another standout destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without visiting Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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