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Cheapest round-trip
$679
Typical prices: $749-$1,110
Iberia
Tue 12/4Tue 12/11
IAD - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$341
Typical prices: $459-$757
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/20
IAD - LYS • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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DCA - LYS
Cheapest • 1% average savings
IAD - LYS
Most popular
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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
February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $758 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 11h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon (WAS-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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5:50 pm - 11:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:15 pm - 4:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$679Iberia
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 19
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5:50 pm - 11:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:15 pm - 4:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$689Iberia
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Jan 28
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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 - 4:12 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 32m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Boston Logan Intl
$821United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Jan 28
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3:37 pm - 11:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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1:40 pm - 11:51 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 11m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$826United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Jan 28
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6:20 pm - 1:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:20 am - 3:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$827Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Jan 27
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6:40 pm - 10:40 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:10 pm - 3:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$827Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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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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12:00 pm - 8:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$836TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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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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6:40 pm - 3:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
$850Lufthansa
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 21
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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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12:00 pm - 8:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$871TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
Lufthansa Logo
10:55 pm - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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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
$879Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon typically range from $749 to $1,110. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $679, on Iberia.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Lyon flight route?

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Lyon routes. They average around $912 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon at $738 round-trip.
•June ($1,193) and December ($1,160) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. 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. to Lyon flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$341
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Lyon

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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. 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 Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Lyon takes 00m, covering 4,032 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon range from $749 to $1,110, with an average of $920 over the past 12 months. Anything below $749 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $920 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Lyon are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $458, which is 23% below 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 starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

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

    • Dublin (DUB) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $835 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $993, a difference of $158.

    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 Washington, D.C. to Lyon?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 25m, compared with 12h 05m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 12h 11m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    Lyon is 5 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (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 Centre de congrès de Lyon, Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Place des Terreaux. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $835, about $158 less than Saturday fares (16% 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. to Lyon trip for February. Fares historically average $738 round-trip in that month - typically $455 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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