RUH - LYS

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Cheapest round-trip
1,257 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,649 ﷼–2,620 ﷼
Pegasus Airlines
Tue 10/23Tue 10/30
RUH - LYS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no nonstop flights between Riyadh and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
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Top layover airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg 1,639 ﷼ (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 9h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Lyon (RUH-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Riyadh to Lyon

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:10 am - 1:35 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
9h 25m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:55 pm - 1:35 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,257 ﷼Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:10 am - 1:35 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
9h 25m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:55 pm - 1:35 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,264 ﷼Pegasus Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
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8:35 am - 11:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 55m1 stop Hurghada
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12:50 pm - 4:00 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 10m1 stop Hurghada
1,331 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
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8:35 am - 11:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 55m1 stop Hurghada
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12:50 pm - 4:00 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 10m1 stop Hurghada
1,346 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:35 am - 11:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 55m1 stop Hurghada
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8:05 am - 9:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 00m1 stop Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
1,424 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:35 am - 11:30 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 55m1 stop Hurghada
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8:05 am - 11:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 00m1 stop Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
1,427 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:10 am - 9:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 30m2 stops Jazan Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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12:55 pm - 1:35 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,501 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:55 am - 9:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 45m2 stops Dammam King Fahad Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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12:55 pm - 1:35 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,553 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
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11:00 am - 12:45 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 45m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Sharm El Sheikh Intl
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12:50 pm - 4:00 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 10m1 stop Hurghada
1,557 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4
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2:40 am - 2:55 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 15m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Madrid Barajas
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12:55 pm - 1:35 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1,579 ﷼Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Lyon flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Lyon start at 1,257 ﷼. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from 1,649 ﷼ to 2,620 ﷼. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 1,257 ﷼ on Pegasus Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Lyon and is 39% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day, with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Riyadh to Lyon flights

Low season

May
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.

When to book flights from Riyadh to Lyon

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

    Flights from Riyadh to Lyon usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

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

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

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

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Riyadh to Lyon route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 53%. Sunday is the cheapest day at 1,216 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at 2,562 ﷼ – a 1,346 ﷼ difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Lyon takes 0h 00m, covering 7,004 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh 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 time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Riyadh to Lyon?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 47m, compared with 10h 14m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 10h 41m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Lyon?

    Lyon is 1 hour behind Riyadh (Central European Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which 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 40 ﷼ for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Riyadh to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Lyon range from 1,649 ﷼ to 2,620 ﷼, with an average of 1,974 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,649 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Riyadh 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average 1,216 ﷼ - about 1,346 ﷼ less than Monday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Lyon trip for November. Fares historically average 1,650 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 2,150 ﷼ less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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