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Flight deals from London Stansted to Lyon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted to Lyon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.R 945 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 945, select.
Lyon.R 1,012 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,012, select.
Lyon.R 1,033 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,033, select.
Lyon.R 1,114 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,114, select.
Lyon.R 1,159 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,159, select.
Lyon.R 1,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,285, select.
Lyon.R 1,308 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,308, select.
Lyon.R 1,540 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,540, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from R 945
Oct
from R 1,012
Nov
from R 1,033
Dec
from R 1,114
Jan
from R 1,159
Feb
from R 1,285
Mar
from R 1,308
Apr
from R 1,706
May
from R 1,540
Jun
from R 1,958
Jul
from R 2,058
Aug
from R 2,323

London Stansted to Lyon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Stansted 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 945
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Lyon is R 2,068. 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 London Stansted to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 2,068.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from London Stansted to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Lyon is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Lyon Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Stansted 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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lyon one hour ahead of London.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your STN to LYS flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. These are the top stopovers between STN and LYS:

    • Laleu Airport

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    • Nantes Atlantique Airport

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is R 945. A return ticket is currently R 2,068. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from STN to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from STN to LYS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Of all flights leaving Stansted Airport, 64.73% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central London to Stansted Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

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

  • From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

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

  • The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Stansted Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

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

Explore more of France

  • You've visited Lyon, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its leading attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

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

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Lyon

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.