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Cheapest return flight
£471
Typical prices: £330-£524
Pegasus Airlines
Thu 25/10Sun 28/10
RUH - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£222
Typical prices: £104-£281
Pegasus Airlines
Fri 28/9
RUH - LYS • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Riyadh and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg £328 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 9h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Lyon (RUH-LYS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riyadh to Lyon

Sun, 25 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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02:40 - 11:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 10m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:55 - 01:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£471Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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02:40 - 11:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 10m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:55 - 01:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£636Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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02:40 - 11:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 10m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:55 - 01:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£641Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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02:40 - 11:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 10m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:55 - 01:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£643Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:05 - 17:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
19h 45m2 stops Dammam King Fahad Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:55 - 22:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
£682Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
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00:05 - 17:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
19h 45m2 stops Dammam King Fahad Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:55 - 22:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
£689Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
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16:55 - 22:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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11:55 - 15:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 15m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£704Etihad Airways
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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04:00 - 13:50RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:40 - 02:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
9h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£708Emirates
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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22:30 - 12:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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07:00 - 02:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
17h 55m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£740Etihad Airways
Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
16:55 - 22:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
Etihad Airways Logo
11:55 - 16:00LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
26h 05m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£748Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Lyon flights

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How much is a return flight from Riyadh to Lyon?

Return flights from Riyadh to Lyon start at £471. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £330 to £524. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £471 on Pegasus Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Lyon and is 39% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Riyadh to Lyon flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£222
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Riyadh to Lyon

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Riyadh to Lyon usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

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

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Riyadh to Lyon route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 53%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £243 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £513 – a £269 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Lyon?

    A direct flight from Riyadh to Lyon takes 0h 00m, covering 2,704 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh 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 are flight prices from Riyadh to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Lyon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,412, which is 703% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 47m, compared to 10h 14m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 10h 41m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Lyon?

    Lyon is 1 hour behind Riyadh (Central European Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 £8 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Return flights from Riyadh to Lyon range from £330 to £524, with an average of £395 over the past 12 months. Anything below £330 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Riyadh 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average £243 – about £269 less than Monday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Lyon trip for November. Fares historically average £330 return in that month – typically £430 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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