CWL - LYS

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Cheapest return flight
£184
Typical prices: £209-£256
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/12Tue 18/12
CWL - LYS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£144
Typical prices: £139-£229
KLM
Wed 5/12
CWL - LYS • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Cardiff to Lyon (CWL-LYS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cardiff to Lyon

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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16:05 - 08:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 30m2 stops Dublin Barcelona-El Prat
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14:50 - 22:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
8h 55m1 stop Dublin
£184Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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17:30 - 22:25CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
3h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:15 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£200KLM
Sat, 28 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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10:20 - 17:50CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
6h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:15 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£203KLM
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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10:20 - 22:25CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:15 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£204KLM
Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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17:30 - 09:05CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:15 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£216KLM
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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13:25 - 21:50CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
7h 25m2 stops Dublin London Luton
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18:35 - 15:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
22h 05m2 stops Malaga Dublin
£217Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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10:20 - 17:40CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
6h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:10 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
20h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£219KLM
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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16:05 - 08:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 30m2 stops Dublin Barcelona-El Prat
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07:30 - 22:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 15m2 stops Bordeaux Dublin
£225Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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09:05 - 09:05CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 00m2 stops Alicante London Luton
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06:15 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£226Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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10:20 - 19:40CWL  Cardiff Wales-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nantes Atlantique
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18:25 - 09:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£228Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cardiff to Lyon flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cardiff to Lyon?

KLM (£200) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cardiff to Lyon in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Cardiff to Lyon flights

Cheapest flight

£144
One-way flight from Cardiff to Lyon

When to book flights from Cardiff to Lyon

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Your Cardiff to Lyon flight questions, answered

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Lyon flight?

    Return flights from Cardiff to Lyon range from £209 to £256, with an average of £212 over the past 12 months. Anything below £209 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cardiff 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 £184 to £538. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cardiff to Lyon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £248, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Cardiff to Lyon?

    Flights from Cardiff to Lyon usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

    Most connecting flights from Cardiff to Lyon pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Cardiff to Lyon. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £205 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £381, a difference of £175.

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

  • What is the time difference between Cardiff and Lyon?

    Lyon is 1 hour ahead of Cardiff (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.

Your guide to booking Cardiff 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 Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £205, about £175 less than Saturday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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