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$251+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon (LYS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — LYS
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

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 February 3, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 4/68:20 pm
IAD
-
LYS
1 stop17h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/128:00 pm
LYS
-
IAD
1 stop26h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$572
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 11/112:55 pm
DCA
-
LYS
2 stops40h 10m
Air Canada
Thu 11/51:55 pm
LYS
-
DCA
1 stop13h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/2$582
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1610:20 pm
IAD
-
LYS
1 stop12h 45m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/236:25 am
LYS
-
IAD
1 stop13h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/2$592
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/257:52 pm
IAD
-
LYS
2 stops41h 33m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 3/118:10 pm
LYS
-
IAD
1 stop27h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$601
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1812:55 pm
DCA
-
LYS
2 stops16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/257:00 am
LYS
-
DCA
2 stops19h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$615
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:15 pm
IAD
-
LYS
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/76:15 pm
LYS
-
IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$619
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Wed 3/182:30 pm
IAD
-
LYS
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/256:05 pm
LYS
-
IAD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/31$623
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 9/164:20 pm
DCA
-
LYS
2 stops14h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 9/231:55 pm
LYS
-
DCA
1 stop13h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/2$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 10/37:59 pm
IAD
-
LYS
2 stops15h 51m
Delta
Fri 10/166:30 am
LYS
-
IAD
1 stop15h 05m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$624
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 9/289:30 pm
BWI
-
LYS
1 stop30h 40m
British Airways
Thu 10/111:25 am
LYS
-
BWI
1 stop14h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 2/2$626
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 9/164:20 pm
DCA
-
LYS
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/2310:30 am
LYS
-
DCA
2 stops17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$628
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/29:45 am
IAD
-
LYS
1 stop19h 20m
Air Canada
Tue 3/1012:55 pm
LYS
-
IAD
2 stops27h 54m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/2$628

Find 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$572
(oojo)

One-way from

$251
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$699
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Lyon-Saint Exupéry flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
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.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

4:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 3/25

7:00 am-9:56 pm

2 stops19h 56m

$621

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/2

8:20 am-11:05 am

2 stops20h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 3/10

12:55 pm-11:49 am

2 stops27h 54m

$633

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/1

1:30 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 3/10

6:05 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$650

BaltimoreLyon

BWI - LYS

BWILYS

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/18

8:09 am-10:05 am

2 stops20h 56m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 3/25

6:25 am-9:42 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$657

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/24

5:00 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops14h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 4/8

12:35 pm-9:04 am

2 stops26h 29m

$666

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/24

6:30 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 4/8

6:30 am-4:35 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$676

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/24

1:19 pm-9:30 am

2 stops15h 11m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 4/8

6:30 am-4:52 pm

2 stops16h 22m

$676

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/20

9:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop19h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 3/27

6:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$676

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 5/3

8:00 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops32h 41m

$680

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

6:40 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 3/26

12:55 pm-4:28 pm

2 stops32h 33m

$683

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Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Lyon flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Lyon flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Lyon flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Lyon flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Lyon flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lyon from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 January 30, 2026.

Booking 30 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon (average of $449). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $756). 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.

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 February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air France, United Airlines, and Aer Lingus from Washington, D.C. to Lyon have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,232 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,444 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,676 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,758 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.

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. 5 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.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in about 14h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 20m. There are 4034 mi between Washington, D.C. and Lyon. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Aer Lingus. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $560 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Air France, starting at $612 and $649 round-trip. Aer Lingus is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Lyon-Saint Exupéry or Baltimore/Washington - Lyon-Saint Exupéry, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lyon-Saint Exupéry is the most popular route 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon (average of $449). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $756). 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 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$560Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$612Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$649Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$658Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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