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Cheapest return flight
AED 1,006
Typical prices: AED 1,529-AED 2,835
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/12Sun 16/12
LYS - AUH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 595
Typical prices: AED 657-AED 1,419
Pegasus Airlines
Fri 21/9
LYS - AUH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lyon and Abu Dhabi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 33% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)
Cheapest • Avg AED 1,550 (return)
Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM)
Shortest trip • 10h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi (LYS-AUH)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Lyon to Abu Dhabi

Mon, 7 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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19:20 - 18:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
19h 50m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Larnaca
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22:05 - 21:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
26h 45m2 stops Katowice Pyrzowice London Luton
AED 1,006Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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12:55 - 02:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:45 - 11:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,014Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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12:55 - 02:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:45 - 11:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,017Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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19:50 - 18:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
19h 20m2 stops Bucharest Otopeni Intl Larnaca
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22:05 - 21:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
26h 45m2 stops Katowice Pyrzowice London Luton
AED 1,021Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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22:45 - 03:55LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
27h 10m3 stops Barcelona-El Prat Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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04:15 - 19:10AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 55m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Václav Havel Prague
AED 1,061Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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21:15 - 21:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
21h 30m2 stops Venice Marco Polo Larnaca
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03:45 - 11:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,076Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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19:20 - 18:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
19h 50m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Larnaca
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22:05 - 15:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
20h 50m2 stops Katowice Pyrzowice Athens Eleftherios V.
AED 1,116Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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19:50 - 18:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
19h 20m2 stops Bucharest Otopeni Intl Larnaca
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18:00 - 14:25AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 25m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
AED 1,116Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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19:50 - 21:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
22h 55m2 stops Bucharest Otopeni Intl Larnaca
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06:35 - 14:25AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 50m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
AED 1,131Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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21:15 - 21:45LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
21h 30m2 stops Venice Marco Polo Larnaca
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03:45 - 11:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,146Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lyon to Abu Dhabi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Abu Dhabi?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Abu Dhabi and is 18% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Abu Dhabi?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Abu Dhabi at AED 1,447 return.
  • December (AED 3,026) and August (AED 2,868) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lyon to Abu Dhabi the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lyon to Abu Dhabi flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

AED 595
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lyon to Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi.

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

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

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Lyon to Abu Dhabi route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 1,799 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at AED 2,596, a difference of AED 797. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Abu Dhabi?

    Some of the most popular sights in Abu Dhabi are Al Wahda Mall, Madinat Zayed Shopping Center, and Khalifa Center. These are among the most viewed places in Abu Dhabi on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Abu Dhabi flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% above the route average of AED 2,169. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Abu Dhabi?

    A direct flight from Lyon to Abu Dhabi takes 0h 00m, covering 8,028 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Abu Dhabi?

    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 are flight prices from Lyon to Abu Dhabi looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lyon to Abu Dhabi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 859, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lyon to Abu Dhabi?

    Flying via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 18m, compared to 10h 32m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 10h 49m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Lyon and Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi is 2 hours ahead of Lyon (Gulf Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH)?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Alamo
    · AMEX
    · Hertz
    · Autostrad Rent A Car
    · DRIVUS

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lyon to Abu Dhabi flight?

    Return flights from Lyon to Abu Dhabi range from AED 1,529 to AED 2,835, with an average of AED 2,169 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 1,529 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Abu Dhabi 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 instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average AED 1,799 – about AED 797 less than Friday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Abu Dhabi trip for November. Fares historically average AED 1,447 return in that month – typically AED 1,579 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.
    - Auhotel Abu Dhabi - Airport Transit Hotel
    - Premier Inn Abu Dhabi Airport (Business Park)

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