Paris from Lyon, 30 Oct – 1 Nov: £648 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop Air France, 1h 15m, landing in Paris at 8:10 AM
- $257 per person, $86 below the typical fare on this route
- Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor: 8.3 from 1,660 reviews, free cancellation
The catch: A checked bag is about $160 for two and isn't in the total, and the weather normals show gray skies with drizzle on Sunday.
Worth it if you want a quick city weekend of museums, cafés and the Seine; skip it if you need sunshine or a slow start.
Worth it: $859 for two, all in, covers nonstop Air France flights at $514, 2 nights at Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor at $296 and $49 in fees paid at the hotel, with taxes and fees included. The trip runs Friday, Oct 30 to Sunday, Nov 1, 2026, on a 1h 15m nonstop that leaves Lyon at 6:55 AM. A checked bag and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
£648 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £388 |
| Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £223 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £37 |
| The total, before you go | £648 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
£65 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag, £121 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£194 per person, return
£388 for two, taxes and fees included · Air France · nonstop · 1h 15m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 6:55 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 8:10 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air France | £194 | nonstop | 1h 15m |
| Air France. Operated by HOP! | £242 | 1 stop | 9h 45m |
| Air France | £194 | nonstop | 1h 15m |
Prices checked 16 Oct 2026, 03:16 CEST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $257 per person, the nonstop Air France fare is $86 below the typical fare on this route. That's 25% under $343, the median of our earlier checks. Across 12 offers we saw fares from $257 to $455, so this one sits at the low end of what we found. The flight takes 1h 15m, with departures at 6:55 AM and 10:25 AM on Friday, Oct 30, so most of your first day is still ahead of you. For late October, the weather normals show highs of 58–62°F and lows near 49°F, overcast with drizzle on Sunday. That's better weather for museums and cafés than for parks. You don't need a passport, there's no time change, and you pay in euros on both ends. These prices were all-in when we checked and can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city weekend for two built around food and culture: the Louvre in the morning, lunch on a café terrace and the Seine after dark. It suits a couple or two friends who like to walk and don't need a beach. The pace is quick but not rushed. The early nonstop gives you Friday and Saturday in full, and Sunday can be slower.
Weather in Paris, 30 Oct – 1 Nov
Typical highs 58–62°F, lows near 49°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 30 Oct | 59 °F | 50 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 31 Oct | 62 °F | 48 °F | Overcast |
| Sun 1 Nov | 58 °F | 50 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Paris
Our best-value pick is Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor in the 14th arr.: $296 for the stay ($148 a night) plus $49 in fees at the property, rated 8.3 from 1,660 reviews, with free cancellation. The top-rated pick is Hôtel Albe Saint Michel in the 5th arr.: $564 for the stay ($282 a night) plus $74 at the property, rated 8.7 from 2,650 reviews, also with free cancellation. Hotel Aulivia Opéra is a 4-star in the 10th arr. It costs $321 for the stay ($161 a night) plus $64 at the property and is rated 8.0 from 1,014 reviews, but it has no free cancellation. If you're choosing by area, Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th) is good for classic Left Bank cafés and the Luxembourg Gardens. Louvre / Opéra (1st/2nd) is central for first-timers.
Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor
£223 for 2 nights, two guests · £112 a night
See roomsHôtel Albe Saint Michel
£426 for 2 nights, two guests · £213 a night
See roomsHotel Aulivia Opéra
£242 for 2 nights, two guests · £122 a night
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Where in Paris
- Le Marais (3rd/4th): Historic lanes, boutiques, falafel and cafés, walkable to Notre-Dame.
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th): Classic Left Bank cafés, galleries and the Luxembourg Gardens.
- Louvre / Opéra (1st/2nd): Central for first-timers, steps from the Louvre and the Tuileries.
- Montmartre (18th): Village feel, Sacré-Cœur views and a lower price point.
- Eiffel Tower / 7th: Quiet, residential and the tower lit up at night from your window.
What to do in Paris
- Climb the Eiffel Tower at sunset, then see it lit up from the quiet streets of the 7th
- Spend Saturday morning with the Mona Lisa at the Louvre, a good plan for an overcast day
- Cruise the Seine on a bateau-mouche after dark
- Wander Montmartre up to Sacré-Cœur for the views and the village feel
- With a full day free, take the day trip to the Palace of Versailles
Also worth it
- Spend a morning with the Mona Lisa at the Louvre
- Take the kids to Disneyland Paris
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Lyon | Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Paris | Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris Orly (ORY) |
| Flight time | 1h 15m nonstop |
| Distance | 243 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Paris costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £388 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor) | £223 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £574 |
| Total for two | £1,185 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Lyon to Paris
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £194 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £174 (15 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £259 |
| Price checks | 7 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from France: a government photo ID is enough for Paris.
- Currency: euro (EUR).
- No passport needed, no time difference, and Paris uses the euro, same as Lyon.
- The flight covers 243 miles in 1h 15m; Paris is served by Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY).
- The $859 includes taxes, fees and the hotel's $49 at the property; a checked bag (about $160 for two) and spending money are extra.
- Free cancellation at Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor and Hôtel Albe Saint Michel, but not at Hotel Aulivia Opéra.
- Our check only showed outbound times, so confirm your Sunday return time when you book.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for a city weekend. The nonstop Air France fare is $257 per person, $86 below the typical fare on this route, and the flight takes 1h 15m. The catch is gray weather and a checked bag that isn't in the total.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$859, all in: $514 for both flights, $296 for 2 nights at Hôtel Istria by Magna Arbor and $49 in fees at the property, with taxes included. A checked bag is about $160 for two. Spending money is extra too; our budget puts it at $760 for the 2 days.
Do I need a passport?
No. Lyon and Paris are both in France, so there's no passport, no time difference and no currency change. You pay in euros on both ends.
What is the weather like?
The normals for these dates show highs of 59°F, 62°F and 58°F and lows of 48°F to 50°F. Friday and Saturday are overcast, with drizzle on Sunday. Pack a warm layer and a rain jacket.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a first look, yes. The 6:55 AM nonstop lands at 8:10 AM on Friday, which leaves two full days for the Louvre, a Seine cruise and Montmartre. A day trip to Versailles would take most of one of those days.
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