- Must visit
Musée des Confluences
A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Flights from Manchester to Lyon depart on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 620 miles (999 km) distance in 1h 50m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 620 miles (999 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Flights per day 39 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 50m |
First flight 5:05 AM |
Last flight 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$451
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Flights per day
89
Distance
999 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Manchester to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Lyon will cost around $451 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Lyon without transferring at least once.
VY8749 · VY1220
U22107+
9844
U22107+
5124
U22113+
12520
U22113+
9844
KL1036 · KL1435
LH947 · LH1082
LH4087+
LH2248
BA1361 · BA360
SN2184+
SN3587Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a train costs an average of $457.
Distance: 620 miles (999 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$157 Average price | $119 Average price Cheapest | $558 Average price | $207 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 7m Average total duration 20h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Lyon:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Lyon costing on average $157 (€127).
A bus is $439 (€355) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Lyon costing on average $558 (€451).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 35m.
Bus takes on average 20h 37m.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Lyon flights for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1269 · AF7366 | 5:50 AM Manchester Airport | 6h55 | 1:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1269+ 9826 | 5:50 AM Manchester Airport | 7h10 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1269+ 12526 | 5:50 AM Manchester Airport | 7h10 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1269+ 9812 | 5:50 AM Manchester Airport | 5h10 | 12:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1269 · AF7368 | 5:50 AM Manchester Airport | 11h20 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH949 · LH1076 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 6h35 | 1:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH949 · LH106 · LH2250 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 10h10 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1028 · KL1433 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 10h40 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH949 · LH102 · LH2250 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 10h10 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1028+ KL1431 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 6h30 | 1:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2184+ SN3587 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 5h20 | 12:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2184 · SN2645+ LH2250 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 10h00 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1379 · BA308+ 9844 | 6:55 AM Manchester Airport | 14h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1379 · BA362 | 6:55 AM Manchester Airport | 8h45 | 4:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1379 · BA306+ 9844 | 6:55 AM Manchester Airport | 14h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1379 · BA308+ 5124 | 6:55 AM Manchester Airport | 14h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
LH4087 · LH4194+ 5124 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 14h00 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
LH4087 · LH4194+ 9844 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 14h00 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
LH4087+ LH99 · LH1078 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 9h50 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4087 · LH4194+ 5120 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h25 | 6:25 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
LH4087+ LH2250 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 9h05 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4087+ LH2248 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 4h20 | 12:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1381 · BA306+ 9844 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 13h15 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1381 · BA362 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 7h55 | 4:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1381 · BA308+ 9844 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 13h15 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1381 · BA308+ 5124 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 13h15 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
U22105+ 12526 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport | 5h00 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
U22105+ 9826 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport | 5h00 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
U22105+ 5120 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport | 9h25 | 6:25 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
BA1359 · BA362 | 8:50 AM Manchester Airport | 6h50 | 4:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1359 · BA308+ 9844 | 8:50 AM Manchester Airport | 12h10 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1359 · BA306+ 9844 | 8:50 AM Manchester Airport | 12h10 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1359 · BA308+ 5124 | 8:50 AM Manchester Airport | 12h10 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
KL1030+ KL1433 | 8:55 AM Manchester Airport | 7h40 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1030+ KL1435 | 8:55 AM Manchester Airport | 12h55 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX391 · LX1104+ LH2250 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 7h05 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX391+ LH1189 · LH1078 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 7h50 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2501 · LH2232+ 5124 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 10h25 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
LH2501 · LH2250 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 5h30 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2501 · LH2232+ 9844 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 10h25 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA1361 · BA362 | 10:50 AM Manchester Airport | 4h50 | 4:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1361 · BA356 | 10:50 AM Manchester Airport | 22h30 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1669+ 9844 | 10:55 AM Manchester Airport | 10h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1669+ 5124 | 10:55 AM Manchester Airport | 10h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1669 · AF7370 | 10:55 AM Manchester Airport | 9h30 | 9:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1669+ 5120 | 10:55 AM Manchester Airport | 6h30 | 6:25 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1669 · AF7368 | 10:55 AM Manchester Airport | 6h15 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1032+ KL2013+ 9844 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h00 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
KL1032 · KL1409+ 5124 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h00 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
KL1032 · KL1409+ 9844 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h00 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
KL1032 · KL1433 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 5h35 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1032 · KL1435 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h50 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH943 · LH1082 | 11:05 AM Manchester Airport | 11h25 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH943 · LH1078 | 11:05 AM Manchester Airport | 5h45 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2174+ SN3593 | 11:10 AM Manchester Airport | 10h10 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
U22117+ 9844 | 1:15 PM Manchester Airport | 7h45 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
U22117+ 5124 | 1:15 PM Manchester Airport | 7h45 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
U22117+ 5240 · 5320 | 1:15 PM Manchester Airport | 7h15 | 9:30 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
VY8747 · VY1222 | 1:30 PM Manchester Airport | 7h50 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5665 · IB5296 | 1:30 PM Manchester Airport | 7h50 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1034+ KL1435 | 1:45 PM Manchester Airport | 8h05 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1365 · BA356 | 2:00 PM Manchester Airport | 19h20 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX395+ LX1076+ LH1082 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 8h25 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX395+ LH1197 · LH1082 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 8h25 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX395+ LH1199 · LH1082 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 8h25 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1069+ 9844 | 2:55 PM Manchester Airport | 6h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1069 · AF7370 | 2:55 PM Manchester Airport | 5h30 | 9:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1069+ 5124 | 2:55 PM Manchester Airport | 6h05 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
EC4646+ 5124 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 5h15 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
EC4646+ 9844 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 5h15 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
BA7826+ BA1301 · BA360 | 4:10 PM Manchester Airport | 23h10 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7826+ BA1315 · BA360 | 4:10 PM Manchester Airport | 23h10 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7826+ BA1317 · BA360 | 4:10 PM Manchester Airport | 23h10 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7826+ BA1315 · BA356 | 4:10 PM Manchester Airport | 17h10 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7826+ BA1317 · BA356 | 4:10 PM Manchester Airport | 17h10 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7826+ BA1321 · BA360 | 4:10 PM Manchester Airport | 23h10 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1369 · BA360 | 4:25 PM Manchester Airport | 22h55 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1369 · BA356 | 4:25 PM Manchester Airport | 16h55 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1036+ KL1427 | 5:30 PM Manchester Airport | 14h55 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1036 · KL1435 | 5:30 PM Manchester Airport | 4h20 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH947+ EN8910 | 6:20 PM Manchester Airport | 14h40 | 10:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH947+ LH5672 | 6:20 PM Manchester Airport | 14h40 | 10:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA4058+ BA1427 · BA360 | 7:50 PM Manchester Airport | 19h30 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA4058+ BA1421 · BA360 | 7:50 PM Manchester Airport | 19h30 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7828+ BA1301 · BA360 | 7:55 PM Manchester Airport | 19h25 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7828+ BA1321 · BA360 | 7:55 PM Manchester Airport | 19h25 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1373 · BA356 | 8:00 PM Manchester Airport | 13h20 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1373 · BA360 | 8:00 PM Manchester Airport | 19h20 | 4:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1038+ KL1427 | 8:50 PM Manchester Airport | 11h35 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1038+ KL1431 | 8:50 PM Manchester Airport | 15h35 | 1:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8749 · VY1220 | 8:55 PM Manchester Airport | 11h10 | 9:05 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
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A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Lyon’s premier fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey near Place des Terreaux. Known for strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities, and decorative arts.
Museum of Roman Lyon paired with the city’s ancient theaters on Fourvière hill. A key stop for understanding Lugdunum, the Roman origins of Lyon.
Lyon’s atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, and riverfront views. It is the city’s classic strolling area and a top priority for first-time visitors.
One of Europe’s largest open squares and a central meeting point in Lyon. It is a practical orientation stop and a key place for city views toward Fourvière.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with broad walking paths, lake, botanical areas, and a zoo. It is one of the best places in the city for relaxation and scenic walks.
Light dumplings made with pike and panade, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais bouchon specialty.
A traditional salad of frisée lettuce with lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the city’s most iconic starter dishes.
Lyon’s famous sausage baked inside a soft brioche dough. It is a beloved charcuterie-based specialty found in many bouchons.
A landmark fine dining institution in Lyon, famed for historic prestige and elegant cuisine rooted in the city’s gastronomic heritage.
The city’s celebrated covered food market, ideal for sampling oysters, charcuterie, cheese, pastries, and many iconic Lyonnais products.
A respected traditional restaurant associated with chef Joseph Viola, celebrated for refined Lyonnais classics in a polished but welcoming setting.
Moderate for France: bakeries and bouchons are fair value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Leaving small change or 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis.
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