Journey information
Overview: Lyon to Istanbul flight
Flights from Lyon to Istanbul depart on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 2009 km distance in 3h 5m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2009 km |
Average flight duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Flights per day 29 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 3h 5m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 00:15 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Lyon to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£755
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Flights per day
40
Distance
2009 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Istanbul will cost around £755 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £67.
Of the 40 flights that leave Lyon for Istanbul every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2009 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 5 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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LH1075 · LH1300Live departures
Lyon to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Istanbul flights for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY1221 · VY7850 | 07:15 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h10 | 15:25 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
9854+ VF12 | On time 07:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h03 | 19:30 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
12554+ TK1824 | On time 07:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 8h58 | 16:25 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
12554+ VF12 | On time 07:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h03 | 19:30 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
AF7363 · AF1390 | 09:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 15h25 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1808 | 09:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h20 | 12:50 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1075 · LH1304 | 09:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h55 | 19:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
9862+ VF12 | On time 10:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 9h30 | 19:30 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
9862+ TK1828 | On time 10:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 11h30 | 21:30 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
12562+ VF12 | On time 10:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 9h30 | 19:30 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
AF7361 · AF1390 | 10:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 14h00 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1959+ KL2263 | 11:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 26h30 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
PC1142 | 11:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h10 | 14:55 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
5158+ AF1390 | On time 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 11h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
5158+ A3615 · A3990 | On time 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 18h35 | 07:35 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
9866+ AF1390 | On time 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 11h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1432 · KL1959 | 13:10 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 24h45 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
QR5978+ QR12 · QR241 | 13:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h40 | 09:10 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978 · QR9711+ QR241 | 13:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h40 | 09:10 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978 · QR9711+ QR239 | 13:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h50 | 09:20 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978+ QR12 · QR239 | 13:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h50 | 09:20 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978+ QR106 · QR239 | 13:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h50 | 09:20 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978+ QR106 · QR241 | 13:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h40 | 09:10 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2 changes | |
VF82 | 13:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h10 | 17:00 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1077 · LH1300 | 14:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 25h05 | 15:05 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
AF7365 · AF1390 | 14:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LH1077 · LH1304 | 14:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h45 | 19:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
9868+ AF1390 | On time 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 8h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
9864+ AF1390 | On time 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 8h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1959+ KL3597 | 16:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 21h05 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1810 | 17:25 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h20 | 20:45 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF7369 · AF1390 | 17:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h20 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TU851 · TU216 | 17:40 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h05 | 23:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
| Sunday 11 January | |||||
LH1083 · LH1300 | 05:10 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h55 | 15:05 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
QR8005+ QR150 · QR241 | 05:10 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 28h00 | 09:10 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2 changes | |
5380 · 5260+ VF10 | On time 05:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h50 | 16:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2 changes | |
5380 · 5260+ VF12 | On time 05:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 14h00 | 19:30 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2 changes | |
5380 · 5260+ TK1824 | On time 05:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h55 | 16:25 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1426+ KL1959 | 05:40 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h15 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Lyon to Istanbul flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Lyon to Istanbul generally leave from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 25.9 km away from Lyon city centre and Istanbul Airport is 44.2 km from Istanbul city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Istanbul
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in terminals 1 and 2, including duty-free and fashion.
- Parking available near terminals, approximately 4€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in terminal 1, including Lyon Lounge.
- Located in terminal 1, ground floor.
- Bus: 47, 48, 175
- Tram: Rhônexpress
- Train: TGV
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in duty-free area, including D&R and Turkish Delight.
- Parking available, located near terminal, approximately 0.18€ (5 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Buses: E10, E11, SG-2
- Metro: M4
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