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Cheapest round-trip
$671
Typical prices: $745-$1,106
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/4Thu 10/18
IAD - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$305
Typical prices: $463-$751
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/27
IAD - LYS • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $572 (round-trip)
Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF)
Shortest trip • 10h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Lyon (IAD-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Lyon

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18
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8:20 pm - 7:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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8:00 pm - 5:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$671Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18
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8:20 pm - 7:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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8:00 pm - 5:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$674Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
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5:35 pm - 5:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:40 pm - 4:33 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 53m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$795United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
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5:45 pm - 11:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 20m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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1:40 pm - 4:33 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 53m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$796United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
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10:55 pm - 5:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 3:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$797Lufthansa
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:25 pm - 9:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 am - 3:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$871Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:26 pm - 6:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 am - 5:46 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
17h 16m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
$881Delta
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
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10:20 pm - 5:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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5:50 pm - 1:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
$887Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
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10:30 pm - 5:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:20 pm - 8:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$892TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 21
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5:25 pm - 11:15 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 50m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
12:00 pm - 8:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$896TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon start at $671. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $745 to $1,106. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $671 on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon at $718 round-trip.
  • June ($1,193) and December ($1,130) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$305
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $796 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,025, a difference of $229. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Lyon-Part-Dieu Station, Lyon City Centre and Tour Part-Dieu. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 24% above the route average of $886. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon takes 0h 00m, covering 4,048 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,132, which is 266% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon?

    Flying via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 55m, compared with 11h 11m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 11h 52m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Lyon?

    Lyon is 6 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Rentscape
    · Alamo
    · Ok Mobility
    · Europcar
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon range from $745 to $1,106, with an average of $886 over the past 12 months. Anything below $745 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $796 - about $229 less than Saturday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon trip for March. Fares historically average $718 round-trip in that month - typically $475 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Dulles Intl to Lyon

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Lyon (LYS)