Cheap flights from Lyon to Istanbul
Best observed price for a return flight Lyon to Istanbul: €113 in December 2026 (Istanbul, Turkiye). The calendar below compares plane tickets month by month, using fares travellers have actually been quoted. To weigh Istanbul against other trips within the same budget, open the interactive cheap flights map.
Lyon to Istanbul flight prices by month
| Month | Return fare | Dates found | Flight | Departs from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 167 € | Oct 7 → Oct 12 | Non-stop · Pegasus Airlines | — | Search → |
| November 2026 | 160 € | Nov 8 → Nov 10 | Non-stop · Ajet | — | Search → |
| December 2026 | 113 € | Dec 3 → Dec 6 | Non-stop · Pegasus Airlines | Lyon-Saint-Exupéry | See this fare → |
| January 2027 | 130 € | Jan 9 → Jan 14 | Non-stop · Ajet | — | Search → |
| February 2027 | 114 € | Feb 11 → Feb 14 | Non-stop · Pegasus Airlines | Lyon-Saint-Exupéry | See this fare → |
| March 2027 | 127 € | Mar 6 → Mar 20 | Non-stop · Pegasus Airlines | Lyon-Saint-Exupéry | See this fare → |
| April 2027 | 229 € | Apr 7 → Apr 12 | 1 stop · Lufthansa | — | Search → |
| July 2027 | 318 € | Jul 17 → Aug 18 | 2 stops · easyJet | — | Search → |
Per person, return, from recent searches (recorded on 3 October 2026) — the green row is the cheapest month. “See this fare” reopens the exact price observed; “Search” starts a search on those dates. The final price is confirmed with the partner at booking time.
Best Lyon to Istanbul fares in December 2026
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113 €
Pegasus Airlines · Lyon-Saint-Exupéry → Sabiha Gokcen
Outbound Dec 3 12:55 · 3 h 05 · non-stop
Return Dec 6 12:10 · 3 h 35 · non-stop See this fare → -
117 €
Pegasus Airlines · Lyon-Saint-Exupéry → Sabiha Gokcen
Outbound Dec 13 12:55 · 3 h 05 · non-stop
Return Dec 20 10:30 · 3 h 20 · non-stop See this fare → -
120 €
Pegasus Airlines · Lyon-Saint-Exupéry → Sabiha Gokcen
Outbound Dec 13 12:55 · 3 h 05 · non-stop
Return Dec 19 12:10 · 3 h 35 · non-stop See this fare →
These links reopen the fare exactly as it was seen (price, airline, times) with our partner Aviasales, which re-runs the search and confirms the price when you book.
Lyon to Istanbul price trend
Fares recorded daily by Fareaway on this route. Lowest recorded: €100 — latest reading: €114.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Istanbul?
Based on fares observed over the next 12 months, the cheapest month to fly Lyon to Istanbul is December 2026, with a return found at €113. Prices swing with the season: expect up to €318 in July 2027.
How much is a flight from Lyon to Istanbul?
In recent searches, a return flight from Lyon to Istanbul costs between €113 and €318 depending on the month of departure. These are fares actually observed and refreshed continuously, but they can move from one hour to the next.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Istanbul?
Yes, non-stop flights have been found on this route in several months. The calendar above shows, month by month, whether the best fare is direct or has a connection.
Which airport do the cheapest Lyon to Istanbul flights leave from?
The cheapest fares found recently depart from Lyon-Saint-Exupéry. The table and the list of best fares show the departure airport for each price: a low fare from a secondary airport can hide a long journey to get there.
How can I find a cheap Lyon to Istanbul flight?
Compare the months against each other (the calendar above ranks 12 months of observed fares), avoid school holidays and stay flexible by a few days. The Fareaway interactive map also lets you compare Istanbul with every other destination within the same budget from Lyon.
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Where do these prices come from?
The fares shown are real observed prices from recent flight searches (round trip, per person), refreshed continuously. They give a reliable snapshot of the market, but can change hour to hour: the final price is always verified with the booking partner when you book.
To go further, the Fareaway interactive map puts all these destinations on a world map: set your budget and dates and instantly see where you can go — including that month's weather, local cost of living and visa requirements.