How to get from Istanbul to Lyon
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 2009 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €81, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on September 3, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
2009 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €126Checked Sep 3 | 3h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €190Reading date not recorded | 55h 56m3 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€126Checked Sep 33h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€190Reading date not recorded55h 56m · 3 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
AJet·3h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€96October 2026
€75Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Geneva Airport, Sabiha Gökçen Airport-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusGeneva-Lyon Saint-Exupéry, Dijon-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →
FlixBusİstanbul Esenler Otogarı-Bucharest, Bucharest-Reims - Champagne Ardenne, Reims - Champagne Ardenne-DijonBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Pegasus Airlines, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Lyon works
Start with a AJet flight from Istanbul to Lyon, about 3h 30m. In total it's roughly €126 over 3h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Lyon from Istanbul?
About 2009 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Lyon cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €81 to €119. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 30m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Lyon?
About 3h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Lyon?
Istanbul is SAW and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written SAW to LYS.
Which operators run Istanbul to Lyon?
On this route you travel with AJet, Pegasus Airlines, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Can you get from Istanbul to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 55h 56m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Lyon?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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