Lyon

$294+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon (LYS)

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WAS — LYS
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in October or March, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon (LYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated Juni 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$583
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,022
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Juni 16, 2025.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 10/1610:05 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop15h 35mScandinavian Airlines
So 10/268:10 pmLYS - IAD
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/14$464
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 10/1110:35 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop20h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
So 10/196:30 pmLYS - IAD
1 stop26h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/14$578
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/46:00 amDCA - LYS
1 stop22h 35mAir Canada
Mi 8/202:00 pmLYS - DCA
2 stops38h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 6/14$596
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/45:20 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop10h 10mAer Lingus
Mi 8/2010:10 amLYS - IAD
1 stop11h 40mAer Lingus
Deal found 6/14$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/49:45 amIAD - LYS
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Do 8/216:50 amLYS - IAD
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$633
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/42:25 pmIAD - LYS
2 stops15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mi 8/207:05 amLYS - IAD
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$642
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/44:30 pmDCA - LYS
1 stop12h 05mUnited Airlines
Do 8/216:50 amLYS - DCA
2 stops16h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$643
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/412:31 pmIAD - LYS
2 stops16h 04mAir Canada
Do 8/217:05 amLYS - IAD
2 stops32h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 6/15$655
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/49:20 pmBWI - LYS
1 stop13h 10mBritish Airways
Do 8/2111:40 amLYS - BWI
2 stops16h 39mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/14$665
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/46:30 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop13h 40mDelta
Do 8/216:45 amLYS - IAD
1 stop15h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/16$673
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/41:25 pmDCA - LYS
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Mi 8/202:05 pmLYS - DCA
2 stops14h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/14$689
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 10/129:40 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop14h 40mTurkish Airlines
So 10/197:15 pmLYS - IAD
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/16$708

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Do 10/16

10:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

So 10/26

8:10 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$464

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sa 10/11

10:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

So 10/19

6:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$578

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mo 8/4

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mi 8/20

2:00 pm-10:27 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$596

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 8/4

5:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop10h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mi 8/20

10:10 am-3:50 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$610

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 8/4

9:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop18h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Do 8/21

6:50 am-3:15 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$633

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 8/4

2:25 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mi 8/20

7:05 am-1:30 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$642

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mo 8/4

4:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Do 8/21

6:50 am-5:42 pm

2 stops16h 52m

$643

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 8/4

12:31 pm-10:35 am

2 stops16h 04m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Do 8/21

7:05 am-9:37 am

2 stops32h 32m

$655

BaltimoreLyon

BWI - LYS

BWILYS

Baltimore/Washington

Mo 8/4

9:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Do 8/21

11:40 am-10:19 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$665

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 8/4

6:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Do 8/21

6:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$673

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Juni 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 1.6 - 3.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lyon when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lyon, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lyon. Reviews last updated Juni 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon, such as Delta, LOT and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from Washington, D.C.?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS), located 12.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. 6 airlines have flights to Lyon-Saint Exupéry from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon-Saint Exupéry should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Lyon is Scandinavian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $583 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Aer Lingus, starting at $596 and $610 round-trip. Scandinavian Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($412), Scandinavian Airlines ($425), and Air Canada ($452).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lyon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$583Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$616Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$648Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$652Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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