Cheap Flights from Lyon to Vienna

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon to Vienna? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Vienna flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Lyon to Vienna

Lyon to Vienna: Alternative routes

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

Lyon to Vienna: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found114 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAustrian Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Vienna: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Vienna is 114 €. 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.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Vienna.
Austrian Airlines and Air India fly direct from Lyon to Vienna.
As of March 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Lyon to Vienna.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Vienna is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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 Vienna 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 Vienna is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet and Austrian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vienna.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the skies for 1 hour 41 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport. Lyon and Vienna have the same timezone — UTC+1.

  • Choose from 40 weekly flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport. The 07:10 departure with Austrian is the earliest you can take from LYS to VIE. Austrian operates the last service of the day at 20:20.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Visiting Vienna (and then seeing more of Austria!) is straightforward with Austrian. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LYS and VIE:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Austria, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LYS to VIE.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport is 49 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 114 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LYS to VIE.

  • April is the cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from LYS to VIE couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

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

  • The journey from central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport takes approximately 47 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near LYS. Whether you're on an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna

  • From Vienna International Airport, Vienna is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 58 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Vienna. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Vienna is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vienna International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LYS to VIE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 5ºC on average.

More about Vienna

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vienna right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from LYS to VIE:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Schonbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral and Vienna State Opera are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vienna itinerary.

Complete your Vienna trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Vienna International Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Vienna.

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