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Praia.RM1,485 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Lyon on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Praia on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,485, select.
Praia.RM1,676 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Lyon on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Praia on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,676, select.
Praia.RM2,256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,256, select.
Praia.RM2,256 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,256, select.
Praia.RM2,256 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,256, select.
Praia.RM2,256 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,256, select.
Praia.RM2,256 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,256, select.
Praia.RM2,337 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with easyJet and TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,337, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Praia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Praia flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jun
from RM2,624
Jul
from RM3,825
Aug
from RM3,972
Sep
from RM2,256
Oct
from RM2,624
Nov
from RM2,256
Dec
from RM2,844
Jan
from RM1,676
Feb
from RM2,256
Mar
from RM1,485
Apr
from RM2,256
May
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Lyon to Praia: Alternative routes

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Lyon to Praia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,485
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time6 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineTransavia France
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Praia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Praia is RM1,485. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Praia.
Transavia France flies direct from Lyon to Praia.
As of June 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Lyon to Praia.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Praia is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Praia Airport on Sunday, 15 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Praia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Praia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Transavia France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Praia.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know

  • Praia is two hours behind Lyon and is in the UTC-1 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your LYS to RAI flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Blaise Diagne International Airport is a top stopover on the LYS to RAI route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • At the moment, RM755 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,485. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LYS to RAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from LYS to RAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.

Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, 69.6% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LYS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:

  • Grab a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car and explore Praia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 and Alucar are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia

  • Nelson Mandela International Airport to the centre of Praia has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Praia in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Praia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • March sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to RAI sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Cape Verde

  • Praia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Cape Verde you should also see. About 274 kilometres north-west of Praia, a trip to Mindelo will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.

  • Santa Maria is another essential stop in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometres north of Praia. No trip is complete without a visit to Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.

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