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Flight deals from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.C$561 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 5.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Thu., Mar. 5, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$561, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$572 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 15.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Wed., Apr. 15, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$572, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$572 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 20.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Wed., May 20, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$572, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$582 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 17.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Wed., Jun. 17, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$582, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$687 per passenger.Departing Tue., Feb. 24.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Tue., Feb. 24, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$687, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$710 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 25.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Lyon on Fri., Dec. 25, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$710, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$714 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 3.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Thu., Sep. 3, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$714, select.
Rio de Janeiro.C$735 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 20.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lyon on Thu., Aug. 20, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$735, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb.
from C$687
Mar.
from C$561
Apr.
from C$572
May
from C$572
Jun.
from C$582
Jul.
from C$854
Aug.
from C$735
Sep.
from C$714
Oct.
from C$743
Nov.
from C$793
Dec.
from C$710
Jan.
from C$757

Alternative Lyon to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from C$575
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from C$561
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from C$598
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Lyon to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$561
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro is C$994. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$994.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Rio de Janeiro is usually May.
If you're flying from Lyon Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from C$994.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lyon Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from LYS to Rio De Janeiro. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight from LYS to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • If you have a passport from France and plan to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Located around 31 kilometres from central Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 47 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Rio De Janeiro

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is C$561. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$994. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to Rio De Janeiro. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from LYS to Rio De Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from LYS to Rio De Janeiro, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, head for Rio De Janeiro in May when things are quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from LYS to Rio De Janeiro sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

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