How to get from Istanbul to Lyon
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 3h 20m, from €84.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 2009 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €53, on Fri, Aug 21.
This fare comes from a search on August 21, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
Pegasus Airlines·3h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Istanbul to Lyon prices by travel date
Gold is the cheapest day we found. Tap a day and the panel and the button lock to that date.
2 ways from Istanbul to Lyon: flight, bus
How the trip from Istanbul to Lyon works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Istanbul to Lyon, about 3h 20m. In total it's roughly €84 over 3h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Lyon
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Lyon
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Lyon?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Lyon from Istanbul?+−
About 2009 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Lyon cost?+−
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €84 to €187. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 20m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Lyon?+−
About 3h 20m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Lyon?+−
Istanbul is SAW and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written SAW to LYS.
Which operators run Istanbul to Lyon?+−
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Lyon?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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