WAS - LYS

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Cheapest round-trip
$620
Typical prices: $740-$1,106
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/5Tue 11/20
IAD - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$328
Typical prices: $459-$748
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/20
BWI - LYS • 2 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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IAD - LYS
Cheapest • 1% average savings
DCA - 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
April
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $735 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 11h 20m (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

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:30 pm - 1:40 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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2:25 pm - 6:50 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$620Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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5:50 pm - 8:35 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
32h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat
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6:35 pm - 4:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 45m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Madrid Barajas
$641Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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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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12:55 pm - 8:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$782Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
United Airlines Logo
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 - 11:44 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 04m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$794United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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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 - 5:24 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 44m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$794United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
Lufthansa Logo
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
$795Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 27
Delta Logo
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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6:15 am - 3:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$805Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 27
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 9:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:40 am - 3:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$814Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 16
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5:15 pm - 9:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 15m1 stop Dublin
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10:10 am - 7:25 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 15m1 stop Dublin
$1,240Aer Lingus
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 16
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5:15 pm - 9:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 15m1 stop Dublin
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10:10 am - 7:25 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 15m1 stop Dublin
$1,241Aer Lingus
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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 from Washington, D.C. to Lyon 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 start at $620. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $740 to $1,106. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $620 on Scandinavian Airlines.

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 $894 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?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% 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. to Lyon?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lyon at $735 round-trip.
•June ($1,193) and December ($1,150) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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

$328
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Lyon

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Your Washington, D.C. to Lyon flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium 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 0h 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 $740 to $1,106, with an average of $886 over the past 12 months. Anything below $740 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. 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 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 $419, which is 28% 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
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • 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:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 8% 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. to Lyon?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Washington, D.C. to Lyon route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $770 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $993, a difference of $223. 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 20m, compared with 12h 05m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 12h 09m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    Lyon is 6 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 Tour Part-Dieu, Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Centre de congrès de Lyon. 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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $770 - about $223 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. to Lyon trip for April. Fares historically average $735 round-trip in that month - typically $458 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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