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      Flight deals from Sofia to Lyon

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 12,450. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Lyon.₹ 5,429 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,429, select.
      Lyon.₹ 5,446 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,446, select.
      Lyon.₹ 5,510 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,510, select.
      Lyon.₹ 5,780 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,780, select.
      Lyon.₹ 5,891 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,891, select.
      Lyon.₹ 8,448 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 8,448, select.
      Lyon.₹ 11,451 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jun.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Sofia on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 11,451, select.
      Lyon.₹ 18,328 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Sofia on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 18,328, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Lyon

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in January.
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      from ₹ 8,448
      Oct
      from ₹ 5,780
      Nov
      from ₹ 5,891
      Dec
      from ₹ 5,510
      Jan
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      Feb
      from ₹ 5,446
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      Sofia to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

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      Chambery

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      Sofia to Lyon: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found₹ 5,429
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary

      Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Lyon is ₹ 12,450. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sofia to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from ₹ 12,450.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Sofia to Lyon.
      The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Lyon is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport on Friday, 9 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sofia Airport and Lyon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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 Lyon 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 Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

      Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

      • Lyon is one hour behind Sofia and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

      • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

      • Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SOF and LYS include:

        • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport

        • Palese Airport

        • Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport

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

      • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is ₹ 5,429. A round-trip ticket is currently ₹ 12,450. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

      • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

      • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

      • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SOF to LYS.

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

      Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

      • Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.

      • Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

      • Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SOF:

      Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

      Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

      • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

      • It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.

      When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

      • September is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Lyon in January.

      • Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to explore Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.

      • Look for cheap tickets from SOF to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC on average.

      Explore more of France

      • Lyon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

      • Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.