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Cheapest round-trip
$253
Typical prices: $345-$553
Transavia France
Sun 1/7Sun 1/14
LYS - CAI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$119
Typical prices: $189-$321
Transavia France
Mon 12/10
LYS - CAI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with Transavia France. Average duration is 4h 20m
Direct flights
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 30% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Hurghada (HRG)
Cheapest • Avg $338 (round-trip)
Duesseldorf Intl (DUS)
Shortest trip • 7h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Cairo (LYS-CAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lyon to Cairo

Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
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12:45 pm - 6:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
4h 20mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 10:40 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 40mnonstop
$253Transavia France
Sat, Apr 24 - Sat, May 8
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6:45 am - 11:00 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
4h 15mnonstop
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12:55 pm - 4:25 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 30mnonstop
$257Transavia France
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 10:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
12h 35m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Milan Malpensa
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:40 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 40mnonstop
$280Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31
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9:20 am - 2:55 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
16h 35m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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8:50 pm - 3:55 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
20h 05m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$284Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 25 - Sat, Apr 3
Transavia France Logo
12:45 pm - 6:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
4h 20mnonstop
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11:55 am - 4:25 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 30mnonstop
$286Transavia France
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:45 pm - 11:40 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
7h 55m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:40 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 40mnonstop
$297Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 9:00 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
22h 40m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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10:00 am - 12:30 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 30m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$298Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Transavia France Logo
12:45 pm - 6:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
4h 20mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 10:40 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 40mnonstop
$307Transavia France
Wed, Feb 24 - Thu, Mar 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 2:55 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
13h 45m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 12:30 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 30m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$308Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:55 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CAI Cairo
19h 55m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:40 am - 12:30 pmCAI  Cairo-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 50m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$315Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lyon to Cairo 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 Lyon to Cairo?

Round-trip flights from Lyon to Cairo typically range from $345 to $553. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $253, on Transavia France.

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

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

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Cairo at $312 round-trip.
•December ($570) and April ($555) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lyon to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Cairo are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lyon to Cairo flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$119
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lyon to Cairo

When to book flights from Lyon to Cairo

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lyon to Cairo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lyon to Cairo:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:45 pm and lands at 5:05 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:45 pm and lands at 5:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 20m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Cairo?

    A nonstop flight from Lyon to Cairo takes 4h 20m, covering 1,779 miles.

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

    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 Lyon to Cairo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lyon to Cairo range from $345 to $553, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $345 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Cairo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $445 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lyon to Cairo?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $326 round-trip and layover options via Hurghada (HRG) at $338.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Lyon to Cairo?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lyon to Cairo?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Transavia France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

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

    One-way fares from Lyon to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $134, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Lyon to Cairo usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Lyon to Cairo. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $397 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $498, a difference of $101.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Lyon to Cairo?

    Only Transavia France operates flights between Lyon and Cairo.

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

    Flying via Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 47m, compared with 8h 10m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 8h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Lyon and Cairo?

    Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Lyon (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and Cairo International Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lyon to Cairo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Transavia France: a checked bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Cairo 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $397, about $101 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Cairo trip for September. Fares historically average $312 round-trip in that month - typically $258 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.

    • Le Méridien Cairo Airport
    • Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
    • Novotel Cairo Airport

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Direct departures

Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Cairo

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Direct returns

Cairo to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thursday

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