Cape Town to Lyon Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Lyon (LYS) connect South Africa and France. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,966 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and LYS. The reverse route is Lyon to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Lyon, France
- Distance
- 8,966 km
- Typical duration
- about 12 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- LYS
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Lyon
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Route overview
Cape Town to Lyon is a city-pair air route between South Africa and France. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and LYS. Related codes: CPT → LYS.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,966 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Lyon airports and metro codes: LYS.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Lyon to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Lyon.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Lyon?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Lyon typically take about 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Lyon?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Lyon is approximately 8,966 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Lyon?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Lyon is commonly searched with code LYS (related: LYS).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Lyon?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Lyon to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Lyon to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,966 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Lyon route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with France (Lyon).