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Museo Nacional del Prado
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Flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid depart on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:10, the last at 18:10. The fastest flight covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 1h 50m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Flights per day 37 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 50m |
First flight 4:10 AM |
Last flight 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Flights per day
6
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 6 flights that leave Lyon Saint Exupery Airport for Madrid onFri, Jun 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct flights cover the 925 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the longest flights will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $38.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$183 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price | $317 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 30m Average total duration 20h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 4m Average total duration 18h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid costing on average $127 (€103).
A bus is $105 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid costing on average $183 (€149).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 34m.
Bus takes on average 20h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Madrid flights for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH2247+ LH1804 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h15 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2247+ LH103 · LH1114 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h15 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247+ LH1800 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 25h40 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1428+ KL1505 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h30 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1428+ KL1507 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h40 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7363 · AF1600 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h15 | 3:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7363 · AF1800 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h25 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5673+ LH1114 | 10:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h10 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5673+ LH108 · LH1804 | 10:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5673+ LH1120 | 10:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h20 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7365 · AF1800 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h25 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7365 · AF1600 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h15 | 3:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7365+ AF1100 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h55 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA7065 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h10 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357 · BA462 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h10 | 5:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA7067 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h00 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA7061 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h45 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA7057 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h50 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA7197 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h34 | 11:59 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA3270 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h10 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA7059 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h10 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA357 · BA464 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h40 | 8:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1180 | 12:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2h00 | 2:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2249 · LH1800 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 22h05 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2249+ LH4164 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h30 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3588 · SN3729 | 1:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h55 | 8:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3588+ SN3731 | 1:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h15 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1432+ KL1507 | 2:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h30 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1432+ KL1509 | 2:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h20 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1077 · LH1122 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h25 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1077 · LH1120 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h35 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1077 · LH116+ LH4164 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h15 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7367+ AF1100 | 2:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h35 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA363+ BA7067 | 5:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h45 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2251+ LH4162 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 20h20 | 2:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2251 · LH1800 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 17h15 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1434 · KL1509 | 6:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h10 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1079 · LH1122 | 6:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h10 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7369 · AF1400 | 7:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h15 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1184 | 7:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2h00 | 9:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2h00 | 7:10 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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