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Cheapest return flight
146 €
Typical prices: 245 €-307 €
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Thu 6.12.Thu 13.12.
CGN - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
81 €
Typical prices: 108 €-265 €
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Tue 6.11.
CGN - LYS • 1 stop
Top stopover airports
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Cheapest • Avg 274 € (return)
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Shortest trip • 5h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cologne to Lyon (CGN-LYS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cologne to Lyon

Sun, 6. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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19:05 - 13:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 00m1 stop Marrakech Menara
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8:10 - 23:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
14h 55m1 stop Malaga
146 €Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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6:35 - 23:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 20m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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8:10 - 23:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
14h 55m1 stop Malaga
150 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9. Nov - Fri, 13. Nov
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14:50 - 23:15CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 25m1 stop Valencia
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21:35 - 9:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
12h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
152 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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21:05 - 11:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m1 stop Marrakech Menara
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8:10 - 0:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
16h 00m1 stop Malaga
156 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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21:05 - 11:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m1 stop Marrakech Menara
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8:10 - 0:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
16h 00m1 stop Malaga
159 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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21:05 - 11:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m1 stop Marrakech Menara
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8:10 - 23:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
14h 55m1 stop Malaga
160 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7. Dec - Mon, 14. Dec
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21:05 - 11:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m1 stop Marrakech Menara
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14:15 - 0:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
10h 10m1 stop Malaga
160 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14. Dec - Mon, 21. Dec
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9:20 - 17:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 - 19:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
10h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
163 €Lufthansa
Mon, 7. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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21:05 - 11:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m1 stop Marrakech Menara
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8:10 - 0:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
16h 00m1 stop Malaga
163 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14. Dec - Mon, 21. Dec
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9:20 - 17:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:15 - 12:25LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
3h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
166 €Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cologne to Lyon flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cologne to Lyon?

Lufthansa (163 €) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cologne to Lyon in the last 5 days.

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Cheapest flight

81 €
One-way flight from Cologne to Lyon

When to book flights from Cologne to Lyon

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Your Cologne to Lyon flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Lyon?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cologne to Lyon.

  • How long is a flight from Cologne to Lyon?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cologne to Lyon. Flights with 1 stopover take between 5h 05m and 5h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne 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 Cologne to Lyon flight?

    Return flights from Cologne to Lyon range from 245 € to 307 €, with an average of 277 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 245 € counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cologne to Lyon changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 152 € to 1.062 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cologne to Lyon are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 122 €, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire 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 10 € for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Cologne to Lyon usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

    Connecting flights from Cologne to Lyon most commonly pass through:

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 96% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Cologne to Lyon. Friday is the cheapest departure day at 199 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 542 €, a difference of 343 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 05m, compared to 5h 59m via Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • What popular places can I visit in Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Tour Part-Dieu, Place Carnot, and Place Bellecour. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cologne 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average 199 €, which is about 343 € less than Wednesday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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