Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Lyon Starting at $51

The Istanbul — Lyon route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including Pegasus Airlines, East African Safari Air, Transavia, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Valuair, Sky Express, Vueling, Air Serbia, KLM, Aegean Airlines, and Tarom. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $51. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Istanbul is served by two major airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s large international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carrier flights; it’s located roughly 40–50 km northwest of the historic center and typically feels modern and spacious. Travel times into central areas are usually 40–60 minutes by taxi (fares can be mid-range), or about 35–60 minutes via Havaist shuttles and metro links with moderate fares. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side often carries more low-cost and regional flights and sits around 40–60 km from the key tourist areas; expect 50–90 minutes by road depending on traffic, with airport buses and shared shuttles offering budget options. Pros: IST offers strong connection choices and amenities; SAW can be cheaper and more convenient for eastern districts. Cons: both can involve lengthy transfers across the city and variable traffic, so allow extra time for ground transport.

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS) is the city’s main international gateway and typically serves a mix of legacy carriers, major European low-cost airlines and some long-haul services; it functions as the region’s premium airport rather than a purely budget hub. The terminal sits about 25 km east of central Lyon, with rail links (Rhônexpress tram-train) taking roughly 30–35 minutes to Part-Dieu station and costing in the mid-range for airport links; taxis or ride-shares can take 30–45 minutes depending on traffic and may be noticeably pricier. Pros: direct international connectivity and reliable ground links. Cons: distance from the center and occasional higher fares during peak periods.