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Cheapest deal$158
Cheapest monthApril
Average flight duration1 hour and 9 minutes
Most popular airlineAir Corsica

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Ajaccio

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Ajaccio flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Lyon to Ajaccio

Lyon to Ajaccio: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lyon to Ajaccio below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ajaccio.

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Ajaccio: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Ajaccio is $158. 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.
1 hour and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Ajaccio.
Air France, Air Corsica and easyJet fly direct from Lyon to Ajaccio.
As of December 2025, there are 14 flights per week flying from Lyon to Ajaccio.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Ajaccio is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Ajaccio Airport on Saturday, 11 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 9 minutes.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ajaccio is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Volotea offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ajaccio.

Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Lyon and Ajaccio share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • You can choose from 30 weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Volotea is the earliest you can take. Air Corsica operates the latest service of the day at 22:05.

  • To ensure you catch your LYS to AJA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • With direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Ajaccio (and then other destinations in France) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • EasyJet is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Air Corsica is the most punctual carrier that offers LYS to AJA flights.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between LYS and AJA include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Nantes Atlantique Airport

    • Carpiquet Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)

  • $79 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport flight. Return flights start at $158. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Book nine months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LYS to AJA.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from LYS to AJA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport.

Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)

  • Reserve a hotel close to AJA if you're on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or ADA to explore Ajaccio and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport about two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) to central Ajaccio

  • Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Ajaccio. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Ajaccio based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport for August if you'd like to explore Ajaccio during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LYS to AJA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 14ºC on average.

Explore more of France

  • Ajaccio has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Ajaccio, a visit to Marseille will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

  • Around 225 kilometres north-west of Ajaccio, Nice is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum.

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