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Flight deals from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM513. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM267 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM267, select.
Istanbul.RM270 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM270, select.
Istanbul.RM270 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM270, select.
Istanbul.RM270 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM270, select.
Istanbul.RM277 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM277, select.
Istanbul.RM277 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM277, select.
Istanbul.RM284 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM284, select.
Istanbul.RM284 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM284, select.
Istanbul.RM359 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Lyon on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM359, select.
Istanbul.RM372 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM372, select.
Istanbul.RM437 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Lyon on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM437, select.
Istanbul.RM487 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM487, select.
Istanbul.RM490 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM490, select.
Istanbul.RM617 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM617, select.
Istanbul.RM968 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Lyon on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM968, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from RM437
May
from RM267
Jun
from RM359
Jul
from RM617
Aug
from RM270
Sep
from RM270
Oct
from RM284
Nov
from RM270
Dec
from RM277
Jan
from RM277
Feb
from RM487
Mar
from RM284

Direct flights from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha

Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lyon to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul Sabiha.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from RM267
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from RM236
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Lyon to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM267
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha is RM509. 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.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha.
Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha.
As of April 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Istanbul Sabiha is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Monday, 18 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 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 Istanbul Sabiha 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul Sabiha.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Lyon.

  • Flights from LYS to SAW start at 12:40 — the first with AJet. The last departure is at 18:00 with Pegasus. In total, there are 64 weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights.

  • Your LYS to SAW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Pegasus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Pegasus on this route.

  • Pegasus is the most punctual carrier that offers LYS to SAW flights.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LYS and SAW include:

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • RM267 is currently the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM509. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LYS to SAW if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LYS to SAW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

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

  • Of the flights that depart from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near LYS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Istanbul in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to SAW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Lyon to Istanbul

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.