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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,045. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to London Gatwick

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

Direct flights from Lyon to London Gatwick

Lyon to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 278
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 39 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week19

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to London Gatwick is R 649. 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 39 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to London Gatwick.
easyJet, BA Euroflyer and British Airways fly direct from Lyon to London Gatwick.
As of July 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from Lyon to London Gatwick.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to London Gatwick is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 39 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 London Gatwick 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 London 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 London Gatwick.

Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

  • The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Lyon.

  • Every week, there are 13 Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:00 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:30 with easyJet.

  • Your LYS to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to London, the United Kingdom. Jet off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport:

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating LYS to LGW flights is easyJet. Its services land without delay 78.81% of the time.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LYS and LGW:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Strasbourg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • At the moment, R 278 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 649. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to LGW if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LYS to LGW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)

  • 79% of flights that take off from Lyon Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Lyon Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LYS:

Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

  • London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to LGW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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