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Cheapest return flight
£109
Typical prices: £82-£194
Wizz Air
Wed 12/12Sun 16/12
LYS - KRK • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£149
Typical prices: £67-£148
Wizz Air
Mon 17/12Sat 22/12
LYS - KRK • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Wizz Air. Average duration is 2h 10m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 44% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £188 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Krakow (LYS-KRK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lyon to Krakow

Sat, 12 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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08:20 - 10:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
2h 10mdirect
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07:55 - 15:05KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Naples
£109Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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08:20 - 10:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
2h 10mdirect
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05:30 - 08:35KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 05m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£111Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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08:20 - 10:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
2h 10mdirect
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06:10 - 08:35KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
26h 25m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£112Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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09:20 - 14:20LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
5h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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05:30 - 07:45KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
2h 15mdirect
£117Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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08:20 - 10:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
2h 10mdirect
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07:40 - 23:15KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 35m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Valencia
£118Multiple Airlines
Mon, 8 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar
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12:05 - 19:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
7h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
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18:30 - 10:20KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 50m1 stop London Gatwick
£119easyJet
Thu, 31 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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21:30 - 23:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
2h 10mdirect
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18:15 - 10:30KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 15m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
£121Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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07:00 - 19:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
12h 10m2 stops Valencia Palermo Punta Raisi
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05:30 - 07:45KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
2h 15mdirect
£122Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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21:30 - 23:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
2h 10mdirect
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16:55 - 10:40KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 45m1 stop Venice Marco Polo
£125Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar
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12:05 - 19:30LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-KRK Krakow J. Paul II Balice
7h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
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15:20 - 15:20KRK  Krakow J. Paul II Balice-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
24h 00m1 stop Bristol
£131easyJet
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lyon to Krakow flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Krakow. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 62% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Krakow at £74 return.
•August (£186) and December (£180) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 152% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lyon to Krakow the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Krakow are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Lyon to Krakow flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£30
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Lyon to Krakow

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 08:20 and lands at 10:30
    • Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 23:40.

    The flight takes about 2h 10m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Krakow?

    A direct flight from Lyon to Krakow takes 2h 10m, covering 742 miles.

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

    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 Lyon to Krakow flight?

    Return flights from Lyon to Krakow range from £82 to £194, with an average of £133 over the past 12 months. Anything below £82 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Krakow flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the £133 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £98 return, compared with £188 via a stopover through Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Lyon to Krakow?

    Wizz Air is the only airline operating Lyon to Krakow flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £16–£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 Lyon to Krakow?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Wizz Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 190 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Lyon to Krakow 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 £109 to £951. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lyon to Krakow are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £79, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Krakow J. Paul II Balice Airport (KRK)?

    Krakow J. Paul II Balice Airport (KRK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Flex To Go
    • Wheego
    • Express Rent a Car
    • Ace
    • CarWiz

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

    Flights from Lyon to Krakow usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Krakow J. Paul II Balice (KRK).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Lyon to Krakow?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Lyon to Krakow?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lyon to Krakow route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 27m.

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Lyon to Krakow. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £114 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £216, a difference of £102.

    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 Lyon to Krakow?

    Only Wizz Air operates flights between Lyon and Krakow.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 42m, compared to 4h 42m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 4h 53m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What popular places can I visit in Krakow?

    Some of the most popular sights in Krakow are Krakow Old Town, Main Market Square, and Kościół Mariacki. These are among the most viewed places in Krakow on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lyon to Krakow flights?

    Among airlines operating Lyon to Krakow flights:

    • Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; 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 Lyon to Krakow flights?

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

    • Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Lyon to Krakow 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £114, about £102 less than Sunday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Krakow trip for January. Fares historically average £74 return in that month – typically £112 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Lyon to Krakow?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to Krakow J. Paul II Balice Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Krakow J. Paul II Balice

Tuesday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Thursday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Saturday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

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Direct returns

Krakow J. Paul II Balice to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tuesday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Thursday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Saturday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

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