Cheap Flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon

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

Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon

Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found125 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAJet
Average flights per week23

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon is 125 €. 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 29 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon.
AJet, Flynas and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon.
As of April 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Lyon is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Lyon Airport on Saturday, 28 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 29 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 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, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

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

  • A direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport takes on average 3 hours 37 minutes. The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul.

  • For the earliest departure, hop on the 08:35 flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you want to leave later, the last flight departs at 18:00. With 16 flights every week from SAW to LYS, you can pick the one that's best for you.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Pegasus runs direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Lyon — plus maybe even more of France if your schedule allows.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SAW and LYS include:

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport

  • To find out whether you need a visa to enter France, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SAW to LYS.

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

  • 46 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. A return flight starts at 125 €. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from SAW to LYS by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from SAW to LYS is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The journey from central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Need a handy hotel close to SAW? If you're catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LYS:

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

  • From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 47 minutes to get there by public transport.

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

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAW to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 9ºC then.

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Complete your Lyon trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Lyon.

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