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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to Dubai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $727. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Lyon to Dubai

Lyon to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$673
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time6 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Dubai is $673. 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.
6 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Dubai.
Emirates and Qantas fly direct from Lyon to Dubai.
As of March 2026, there are 18 flights per week flying from Lyon to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Dubai is usually May.
If you're flying from Lyon Airport, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from $673.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Dubai on Saturday, 30 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 19 minutes.
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 Dubai 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 Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Royal Air Maroc and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Dubai: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai is 7 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is three hours ahead of Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Dubai Airport (DXB). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. Emirates offers a 14:40 departure between LYS and DXB.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your LYS to Dubai flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • Direct Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.

  • Book your seat with Emirates. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai.

  • We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LYS to Dubai with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LYS:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

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

  • $278 is currently the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai flight. A return flight ticket starts at $673. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LYS to Dubai.

  • June is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LYS to Dubai.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your flight from LYS to Dubai can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LYS to Dubai flight:

  • Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will help you save.

Best time to go to Dubai

  • Plan your trip to Dubai during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LYS to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

More about Dubai

  • Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in United Arab Emirates, consider Khawr Fakkān, roughly 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are key highlights.

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