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Cheapest return flight
£110
Typical prices: £188-£278
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Sun 16/12Thu 20/12
BHX - LYS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£54
Typical prices: £87-£179
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/12
BHX - LYS • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 16% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Cheapest • Avg £188 (return)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 4h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Lyon (BHX-LYS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Lyon

Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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07:25 - 23:55BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 30m2 stops Alicante Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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21:20 - 11:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
15h 15m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£110Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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09:25 - 17:15BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
6h 50m1 stop Sevilla
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09:10 - 16:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
8h 20m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£114Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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19:00 - 08:35BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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08:00 - 13:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
6h 00m1 stop Porto
£118Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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09:25 - 17:15BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
6h 50m1 stop Sevilla
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21:20 - 11:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
15h 15m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£119Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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19:00 - 08:35BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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08:00 - 13:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
6h 00m1 stop Porto
£119Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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09:25 - 17:15BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
6h 50m1 stop Sevilla
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21:20 - 11:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
15h 15m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£119Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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08:40 - 19:25BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
9h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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08:00 - 13:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
6h 00m1 stop Porto
£120Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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19:00 - 08:35BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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08:00 - 13:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
6h 00m1 stop Porto
£122Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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17:45 - 08:05BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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06:30 - 12:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
7h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£160Lufthansa
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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13:15 - 23:00BHX  Birmingham-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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14:55 - 22:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BHX Birmingham
8h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£170Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Lyon flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Lyon?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Lyon. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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Key details for Birmingham to Lyon flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£54
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Lyon

When to book flights from Birmingham to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Lyon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Lyon flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Lyon?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Birmingham to Lyon.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Lyon?

    A direct flight from Birmingham to Lyon takes 00m, covering 557 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Lyon?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Lyon flight?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Lyon range from £188 to £278, with an average of £220 over the past 12 months. Anything below £188 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Lyon changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £110 to £956. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Lyon are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £107.

  • Which car hire options are available at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Ok Mobility
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Lyon?

    Flights from Birmingham to Lyon usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Lyon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Lyon most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Lyon?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Birmingham to Lyon. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £185 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £261, a difference of £75.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Birmingham to Lyon?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 16m, compared to 4h 26m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 4h 30m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Lyon?

    Lyon is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Hotel-Dieu de Lyon, Auditorium-Orchestre national de Lyon, and Opéra National de Lyon. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Birmingham to Lyon flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • TUI Airways: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Lyon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £185, about £75 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Lyon trip for September. Fares historically average £185 return in that month – typically £284 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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