The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) in Lyon, France is 8,965 kilometers (5,570 miles / 4,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with France. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:19 in Cape Town, it's 14:19 in Lyon.

The return flight from Lyon (LYS) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 169° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.