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Cheapest return flight
£103
Typical prices: £156-£254
easyJet
Sat 1/12Sun 9/12
EDI - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£147
Typical prices: £110-£244
easyJet
Wed 11/4Wed 18/4
EDI - LYS • Direct
Direct flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with easyJet. Average duration is 2h 15m
Direct flights
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 26% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Bristol (BRS)
Cheapest • Avg £104 (return)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Lyon (EDI-LYS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Lyon

Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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15:40 - 11:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 55m1 stop London Luton
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12:05 - 19:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 25m1 stop London Luton
£103easyJet
Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 17:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
9h 50m1 stop London Stansted
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 20:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 30m1 stop London Luton
£105Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
easyJet Logo
20:15 - 13:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 40m1 stop London Luton
easyJet Logo
14:05 - 22:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 45m1 stop London Luton
£108easyJet
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 21:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 05m1 stop London Stansted
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 10:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
£108Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
easyJet Logo
20:15 - 13:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 40m1 stop London Luton
easyJet Logo
12:05 - 19:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 25m1 stop London Luton
£110easyJet
Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 09:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 35m1 stop London Stansted
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 21:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 10m1 stop London Southend
£113Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
easyJet Logo
15:05 - 13:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
21h 50m1 stop London Luton
easyJet Logo
12:05 - 19:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 25m1 stop London Luton
£117easyJet
Wed, 21 Apr - Sat, 24 Apr
Lufthansa Logo
17:05 - 08:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:35 - 16:20LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£177Lufthansa
Sat, 28 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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06:10 - 14:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
7h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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14:50 - 23:15LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£186Lufthansa
Tue, 20 Apr - Sun, 25 Apr
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17:05 - 08:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
09:35 - 23:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
£187Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Lyon flights

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How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Lyon?

Return flights from Edinburgh to Lyon typically range from £156 to £254. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £103 on easyJet.

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lyon at £145 return.
•September (£297) and February (£276) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Lyon flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£43
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Edinburgh to Lyon

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Lyon flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Edinburgh to Lyon?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Edinburgh to Lyon:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:35 and lands at 12:50
    • Latest: departs at 10:35 and lands at 12:50.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Lyon?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Lyon takes 2h 15m, covering 795 miles.

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

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Lyon range from £156 to £254, with an average of £195 over the past 12 months. Anything below £156 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Edinburgh to Lyon?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £104 return via Bristol (BRS), compared with £172 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Edinburgh to Lyon?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £74–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Edinburgh to Lyon?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

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

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Lyon are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £86, which is 32% below 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 Edinburgh to Lyon?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Lyon usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • London Luton (LTN) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • London Gatwick (LGW) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Edinburgh to Lyon. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £160 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £219, a difference of £58.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Edinburgh to Lyon?

    Only easyJet operates flights between Edinburgh and Lyon.

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

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 55m, compared to 5h 07m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 5h 19m via Dublin (DUB).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Lyon?

    Lyon is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (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 offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Edinburgh to Lyon flights?

    Among airlines operating Edinburgh to Lyon flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

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

    • easyJet: a checked 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 Edinburgh 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £160, about £58 less than Thursday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Lyon trip for April. Fares historically average £145 return in that month – typically £151 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bristol Airport (BRS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £104 return on this route – about £68 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Edinburgh to Lyon?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Saturday

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Direct returns

Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Saturday

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