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Flight deals from Riyadh Airport to Lyon Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM1,221. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.RM1,221 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Lyon on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,221, select.
Lyon.RM1,667 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Thu, 25 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,667, select.
Lyon.RM1,726 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Lyon on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,726, select.
Lyon.RM1,812 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,812, select.
Lyon.RM1,875 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Lyon on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,875, select.
Lyon.RM1,939 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,939, select.
Lyon.RM1,978 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Lyon on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,978, select.
Lyon.RM2,000 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with AJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,000, select.
Lyon.RM3,023 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with AJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Lyon on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,023, select.

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Riyadh to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

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Riyadh to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,218
Cheapest month to flyApril

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Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Lyon is RM1,218. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,221.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Lyon is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Lyon Airport on Thursday, 9 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and Lyon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Lyon 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 Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Lyon is two hours behind Riyadh and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RUH and LYS include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • RM472 is the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM1,221. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from RUH to LYS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RUH to LYS.

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

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 86.76% of the time.

  • To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to RUH:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from RUH to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of France

  • Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in France, head for Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are the start of reasons to visit.

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