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Cheapest round-trip
$852
Typical prices: $772-$1,282
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/29Sat 12/15
ATL - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$408
Typical prices: $406-$851
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/15
ATL - LYS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Atlanta and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 49% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $876 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 12h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Lyon (ATL-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Lyon

Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:50 pm - 9:40 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
29h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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6:10 pm - 7:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
31h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$852Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
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9:50 pm - 9:40 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
29h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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6:10 pm - 7:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
31h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$855Turkish Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
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7:50 pm - 5:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:25 pm - 6:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
33h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$862Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
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11:45 am - 5:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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10:40 am - 7:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
39h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$870Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 13
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7:45 pm - 6:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 am - 12:32 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
12h 02m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$920Delta
Mon, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 12
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7:45 pm - 6:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:05 pm - 12:32 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
28h 27m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$920Delta
Mon, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 13
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7:45 pm - 6:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 am - 7:23 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
18h 53m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
$930Delta
Sat, Apr 3 - Tue, Apr 13
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8:12 pm - 10:05 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:45 am - 2:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,057Lufthansa
Sat, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 12
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8:12 pm - 10:05 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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5:55 pm - 5:23 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
29h 28m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,073Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 3
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4:30 pm - 9:50 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 2:40 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
25h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,404Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to Lyon flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Lyon typically range from $772 to $1,282. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $852, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Lyon?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Lyon. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Lyon?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Lyon at $540 round-trip.
•December ($1,413) and June ($1,342) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 161% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Atlanta to Lyon flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$408
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 89% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Atlanta to Lyon

When to book flights from Atlanta to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Atlanta to Lyon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Atlanta to Lyon flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Lyon?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Atlanta to Lyon.

  • How long is a flight from Atlanta to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Atlanta to Lyon takes 00m, covering 4,579 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to Lyon?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Lyon range from $772 to $1,282, with an average of $1,068 over the past 12 months. Anything below $772 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Lyon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $509, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $45 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Ok Mobility
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Lyon?

    Flights from Atlanta to Lyon usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to Lyon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Atlanta to Lyon most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Lyon?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Atlanta to Lyon. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $955 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,515, a difference of $560.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Atlanta to Lyon?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 08m, compared with 12h 11m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 12h 39m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Atlanta and Lyon?

    Lyon is 6 hours ahead of Atlanta (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, Place Carnot and Tour Part-Dieu. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to Lyon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $955, about $560 less than Saturday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Lyon trip for April. Fares historically average $540 round-trip in that month - typically $873 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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