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Cheapest return flight
144 €
Typical prices: 182 €-297 €
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Wed 12.12.Sat 15.12.
LYS - CGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
79 €
Typical prices: 138 €-264 €
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Sat 21.4.
LYS - CGN • 1 stop
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Cheapest • Avg 244 € (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 5h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Cologne (LYS-CGN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lyon to Cologne

Sat, 12. Dec - Tue, 15. Dec
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6:35 - 15:15LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
8h 40m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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6:00 - 23:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 55m1 stop Granadilla Tenerife-Sur
144 €Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12. Dec - Mon, 14. Dec
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6:35 - 15:15LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
8h 40m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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14:50 - 23:15CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 25m1 stop Valencia
154 €Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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20:05 - 9:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 30m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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19:05 - 13:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 55m1 stop Marrakech Menara
159 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17. Dec - Fri, 18. Dec
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9:10 - 20:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
11h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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21:55 - 10:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 30m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
163 €Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9. Dec - Wed, 16. Dec
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12:55 - 19:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
6h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:10 - 17:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
163 €Lufthansa
Mon, 7. Dec - Mon, 14. Dec
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12:55 - 19:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
6h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 - 17:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
164 €Lufthansa
Wed, 25. Nov - Fri, 27. Nov
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20:05 - 9:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 30m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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19:35 - 8:35CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
164 €Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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12:55 - 19:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
6h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:35 - 19:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
5h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
164 €Lufthansa
Fri, 11. Dec - Mon, 14. Dec
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12:55 - 19:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
6h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 - 17:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
8h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
164 €Lufthansa
Mon, 7. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
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12:55 - 19:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
6h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:35 - 19:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
5h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
164 €Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lyon to Cologne flights

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

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

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Key details for Lyon to Cologne flights

Cheapest flight

79 €
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Lyon to Cologne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lyon to Cologne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lyon to Cologne 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 Lyon to Cologne?

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

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Cologne?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Lyon to Cologne. Flights with 1 stopover take between 5h 09m and 10h 06m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Lyon to Cologne flight?

    Return flights from Lyon to Cologne range from 182 € to 297 €, with an average of 211 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 182 € counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lyon to Cologne 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 144 € to 954 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lyon to Cologne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 108 €, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?

    Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 14 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Flex To Go
    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

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

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

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

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

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 85% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from Lyon to Cologne. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 175 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 389 €, a difference of 214 €.

    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 Lyon to Cologne?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 09m, compared to 5h 59m via Vienna Intl (VIE) and 10h 06m via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cologne?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Lanxess Arena, Musical Dome, and Heumarkt. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Cologne 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 175 €, which is about 214 € less than Sunday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Cologne trip for March. Fares historically average 167 € return in that month – typically 566 € less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

    • Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
    • Hotel Spiegel
    • Am Flughafen

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