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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon to Sao Paulo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sao Paulo.R 6,918 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,918, select.
Sao Paulo.R 6,997 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,997, select.
Sao Paulo.R 7,076 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,076, select.
Sao Paulo.R 7,687 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,687, select.
Sao Paulo.R 7,904 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,904, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,186 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Lyon on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,186, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,396 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,396, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,574, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from R 7,083
Apr
from R 7,004
May
from R 6,925
Jun
from R 8,583
Jul
from R 10,122
Aug
from R 12,825
Sep
from R 8,405
Oct
from R 7,695
Nov
from R 7,912
Dec
from R 11,905
Jan
from R 10,021
Feb
from R 8,194

Alternative Lyon to Sao Paulo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Lyon to Sao Paulo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Lyon to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,925
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Sao Paulo is R 11,708. 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 Lyon to Sao Paulo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,708.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Lyon to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Sao Paulo is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Lyon Airport, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,708.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Sao Paulo on Sunday, 11 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lyon Airport and Sao Paulo. 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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Iberia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sao Paulo.

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

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. Operating on the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is 4 hours behind Lyon.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from LYS to Sao Paulo, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LYS to Sao Paulo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You can visit Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from France. But before booking your cheap tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.

  • The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes around 47 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a handy hotel near LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

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

  • R 6,918 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,708. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from LYS to Sao Paulo is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Airports in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 22 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • Central Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 17 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 34 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CGH. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LYS to Sao Paulo at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Sao Paulo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sao Paulo for February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LYS to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.

More about Sao Paulo

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