- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Flights from Lyon to Amsterdam depart on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $146 (€120) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 457 miles (737 km) distance in 3h 20m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 457 miles (737 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€120) |
Flights per day 37 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 3h 20m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$651
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Flights per day
54
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam will cost around $651 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
Of the 54 flights that leave Lyon for Amsterdam onThu, Jul 02, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct flights cover the 737 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the longest flights will take 1 h 40 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.
AF7367+
AF8318
VY1223 · VY8312
VY1223 · VY8309
VY1221 · VY8311
LH2249+
LH4202
KL1432
AF8316
KL1426
AF3223
AF8320Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $146.
Distance: 457 miles (737 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$252 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $257 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Amsterdam:
A bus is $188 (€155) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Amsterdam costing on average $252 (€208).
A bus is $191 (€157) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Amsterdam costing on average $255 (€210).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 8h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam flights for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA363 · BA430 | 9:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h55 | 10:40 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA363 · BA428 | 9:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h25 | 9:10 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
AF7371+ AF8374 | 6:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h15 | 10:15 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF7371 · AF1340 | 6:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h40 | 9:40 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF8316 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h35 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1426 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h35 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1083 · LH988 | 6:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h00 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH1083 · LH996 | 6:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h25 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH1083 · LH992 | 6:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h25 | 2:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH1083 · LH98 · LH2304 | 6:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h25 | 3:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
12554+ AF5476 | 8:27 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h18 | 3:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
9854+ KL1408 | 8:27 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h18 | 3:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
9854+ AF5476 | 8:27 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h18 | 3:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF8351+ AF6132 | 8:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h05 | 1:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF3215+ AF6142 | 8:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h10 | 1:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF3140+ AF6022 | 8:45 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h40 | 1:25 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2247 · LH2304 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h30 | 3:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2247 · LH103 · LH996 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h30 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
LH2247 · LH2306 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h50 | 4:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2247 · LH107 · LH996 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h30 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
LH2247 · LH2302 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 25h00 | 10:30 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF8320 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h40 | 11:35 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1428 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h40 | 11:35 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF7363 · AF1740 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h20 | 1:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF7363+ AF5476 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h25 | 3:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
9862+ KL2022 | 11:00 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h15 | 7:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
9862+ KL2016 | 11:00 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h40 | 5:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
9862+ AF1140 | 11:00 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h40 | 5:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF7365+ AF5476 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h25 | 3:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF7365 · AF1140 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h20 | 5:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA357 · BA442 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h20 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA357 · BA438 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h25 | 5:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA357 · BA444 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h35 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA8457 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h45 | 9:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA357+ BA8459 | 11:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h45 | 7:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF8286+ AF6134 | 12:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h25 | 6:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF3134+ AF6024 | 12:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h15 | 6:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
OS354+ OS317 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h20 | 7:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2249+ LH4202 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h20 | 8:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2249 · LH113 · LH1002 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
VY1221 · VY8311 | 1:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h10 | 10:05 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
KL1432 | 2:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h35 | 3:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF3223 | 2:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h35 | 3:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1077 · LH1002 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h45 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH1077 · LH996 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h45 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH1077 · LH118 · LH2310 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h40 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
LH1077 · LH116 · LH2310 | 2:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h40 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
AF7367+ AF8318 | 2:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h20 | 8:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF7367 · AF1440 | 2:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h35 | 7:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA363 · BA444 | 5:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h20 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2251 · LH2310 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h05 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
AF3224 | 6:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h45 | 8:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1434 | 6:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h45 | 8:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Houses the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh’s paintings and drawings. One of Amsterdam’s most in-demand cultural attractions.
The historic canal house where Anne Frank and others hid during World War II. Deeply moving and one of the city’s most significant museums.
One of Amsterdam’s most beloved neighborhoods, known for narrow streets, canals, boutique shops, and a village-like atmosphere.
The Nine Streets district is a compact canal-side shopping and walking area popular for its photogenic bridges, independent stores, and classic Amsterdam scenery.
Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major landmarks and always lively. A practical starting point for exploring the historic center.
Two thin waffles filled with warm caramel syrup. A classic Dutch sweet associated with markets and bakeries, and especially popular in Amsterdam.
Raw herring, often served with onions and pickles. It is one of the most traditional Dutch street foods and a staple local snack.
Deep-fried crispy balls filled with a rich meat ragout, commonly eaten with mustard in cafés and brown bars.
Popular long-running grill restaurant famous for ribs and a lively, rustic Amsterdam pub atmosphere.
Established spot for classic Dutch comfort food such as stamppot, herring, and meat dishes in a warm traditional atmosphere.
Well-known Dutch restaurant serving traditional home-style dishes in a cozy, quirky setting filled with family photos.
Amsterdam is pricey for hotels and dining. Groceries and transit are moderate, but central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Amsterdam by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Amsterdam flights use the Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Amsterdam airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals 1 and 2.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in various locations throughout the airport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: Elevators, ramps.
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