Lyon is regarded as France's gastronomy capital, a city where the Rhone and Saone rivers meet, known for its UNESCO-listed Renaissance old town and its traditional bouchon eateries. Turkish Airlines operates direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon (IST-LYS) in about 3 hours 20 minutes. With its rich cuisine, its hilltop basilica and its historic passageways, it is an ideal city break for those seeking flavour and culture together.
Looking for cheap flights or monthly payment flight packages to Lyon?
Suso is a travel-planning platform that turns your Lyon trip from Turkey into a buy now, pay later flight package: the ticket is issued by travel agencies, booking sites or airlines, and the payment plan runs on consumer credit from partner finance institutions. One click in the basket completes the purchase and the financing together; you pay over 3 to 24 months. No credit card limit needed.
See flights to Lyon →When to visit Lyon
The best times are April-June and September-October, with mild spring and autumn ideal for exploring. The famous Festival of Lights takes place in December.
Things to do in Lyon
Vieux Lyon and the traboules
Discover the cobbled lanes and the hidden traboule passageways that cut between buildings in the Renaissance old town.
Fourviere Basilica
Climb to the grand basilica overlooking the city and take in the view of Lyon and the Alps from its terraces.
Bouchon eateries
Taste local meat dishes and classic French flavours in the traditional Lyon bouchons.
Presqu'ile and its squares
Stroll the broad Place Bellecour and the shopping streets on the peninsula between the two rivers.
Les Halles food market
Explore the cheeses, charcuterie and local delicacies at the covered food hall that bears Paul Bocuse's name.
Parc de la Tete d'Or
Walk by the lake in the city's large park and visit its botanical garden and free zoo.
Flights from Turkey to Lyon
Lyon is served by Lyon-Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), about 25 km from the city centre and reached in about 30 minutes on the Rhonexpress tram. Direct flights are available from Istanbul.
Lyon FAQ
How can I get a Lyon flight package?
You can split the cost of your Lyon flight package with Suso over 3 to 24 months, and no credit card limit is required.
Which airport serves Lyon and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at Lyon-Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS); the city centre is about 30 minutes away on the Rhonexpress tram.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon?
Yes. Turkish Airlines operates direct flights from Istanbul to Lyon (IST-LYS) in about 3 hours 20 minutes.
Buy now, pay later flights to Lyon
Fly now, pay later. Plan your trip, pay over up to 24 months. One click at checkout sets up the plan, no credit card limit needed.
Search flights to Lyon →