Lyon

$248+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lyon (LYS)

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WAS — LYS
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Lyon-Saint Exupéry are usually found in October or February, 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$416
(oojo)

One-way from

$248
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$823
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 ($141 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 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 September 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:30 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop13h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/185:10 amLYS - IAD
1 stop16h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/15$416
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:30 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop13h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/712:00 pmLYS - IAD
1 stop15h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/16$417
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:45 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop17h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/216:15 pmLYS - IAD
1 stop27h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/15$422
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:10 amDCA - LYS
2 stops26h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/38:10 pmLYS - DCA
2 stops33h 48mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$540
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:40 pmIAD - LYS
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/131:55 pmLYS - IAD
1 stop13h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$583
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:00 amDCA - LYS
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/36:25 amLYS - DCA
2 stops21h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$585
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:45 amIAD - LYS
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/36:25 amLYS - IAD
1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$585
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/96:05 amDCA - LYS
2 stops31h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 2/178:10 pmLYS - DCA
2 stops32h 58mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/17$589
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:00 amIAD - LYS
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/186:20 amLYS - IAD
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$589
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Wed 10/86:10 pmIAD - LYS
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1311:25 pmLYS - IAD
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$590
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/199:00 amIAD - LYS
2 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/36:25 amLYS - IAD
2 stops15h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$591
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Wed 11/198:35 pmBWI - LYS
1 stop11h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 12/26:40 pmLYS - BWI
1 stop30h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$606

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Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

10:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 12/7

12:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$417

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

10:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 12/18

5:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$417

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/19

11:10 am-7:25 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 12/3

8:10 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops33h 48m

$540

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/21

11:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 2/6

8:10 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$558

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

10:35 am-10:05 am

2 stops17h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 1/29

8:10 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$566

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/19

11:05 am-11:05 am

1 stop18h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 12/2

6:10 am-9:56 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$585

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

8:20 am-11:05 am

2 stops20h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 12/18

6:20 am-3:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$589

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

9:00 am-11:05 am

2 stops20h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 12/18

6:20 am-3:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$589

Washington, D.C.Lyon

DCA - LYS

DCALYS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/9

6:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 2/17

8:10 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$589

Washington, D.C.Lyon

IAD - LYS

IADLYS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/8

6:10 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 10/13

11:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$590

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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 September 12, 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 September 17, 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.

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 September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Air France, and United Airlines 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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  • 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.

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

    Airlines like TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon in about 13h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 10m. There are 4048 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 $583 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Delta, starting at $616 and $618 round-trip. Aer Lingus 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 Scandinavian Airlines ($286), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($381), and American Airlines ($447).

  • 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

Discover the top 6 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$583Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$616Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$659Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$679Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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