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Cheapest round-trip
$784
Typical prices: $685-$1,146
United Airlines
Fri 3/2Sun 3/4
CLT - LYS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charlotte and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 34% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg $868 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 12h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Lyon (CLT-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to Lyon

Tue, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 4
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3:00 pm - 11:05 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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1:40 pm - 5:19 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
33h 39m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$784United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:50 pm - 12:15 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:15 am - 4:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$814Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:50 pm - 12:15 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 11:59 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
23h 29m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$821Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Jan 10
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6:50 pm - 5:55 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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12:55 pm - 4:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
34h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$846Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:05 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
22h 05m2 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:00 am - 7:01 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
18h 01m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$850United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Jan 10
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7:20 pm - 5:40 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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3:05 pm - 4:27 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
31h 22m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$862Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Jan 10
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 1:25 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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3:05 pm - 4:27 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
31h 22m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$864Delta
Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 24
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9:35 pm - 6:05 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:10 am - 2:30 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
13h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$974American Airlines
Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 24
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5:52 pm - 2:25 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 33m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
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6:10 am - 9:51 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
20h 41m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$988American Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 1
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3:19 pm - 11:55 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 36m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Madrid Barajas
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2:20 pm - 2:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CLT Charlotte Douglas
29h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
$1,371American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Lyon typically range from $685 to $1,146. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $784, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Lyon. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Lyon at $593 round-trip.
•December ($1,580) and July ($1,205) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 166% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Charlotte to Lyon flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$784
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Charlotte to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Lyon?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Charlotte to Lyon:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Charlotte to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Charlotte to Lyon takes 00m, covering 4,357 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Lyon range from $685 to $1,146, with an average of $896 over the past 12 months. Anything below $685 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 Charlotte to Lyon?

    Flights from Charlotte to Lyon usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

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

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Charlotte to Lyon. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $676 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,146, a difference of $470.

    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 Charlotte to Lyon?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 45m, compared with 14h 54m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 15h 05m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Charlotte and Lyon?

    Lyon is 5 hours ahead of Charlotte (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 Bellecour and Place Carnot. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Charlotte 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $676, about $470 less than Saturday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlotte to Lyon trip for January. Fares historically average $593 round-trip in that month - typically $987 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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