- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Flights from Lyon to Trieste depart on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €138 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 03:58, the last at 20:05. The fastest flight covers the 431 miles (694 km) distance in 3h 45m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 431 miles (694 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €138 |
Flights per day 20 |
Fastest flight 3h 45m |
First flight 3:58 AM |
Last flight 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 02
€143
Average ticket price on Sep 02
€373
Fastest journey on Sep 02
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
7 h 57 m
Flights on Sep 02
7
Distance
694 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Trieste will cost around €373 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €143.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 7 flights from Lyon to Trieste, including 7 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct flights cover the 694 km distance in an average of 7 h 57 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the longest flights will take 8 h 45 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, while a flight costs an average of €266.
Distance: 431 miles (694 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€266 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €174 Average price | €288 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Trieste:
A bus is €113 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Trieste costing on average €174.
A bus is €205 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Trieste costing on average €266.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 18m.
Bus takes on average 13h 18m.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Trieste flights for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF7371 · AF1504+ AF9850 | 6:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h30 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7371 · AF1104+ AF9850 | 6:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h30 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1605+ KL3409 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 16h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1603+ KL3409 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 16h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1605+ KL3462 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h00 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1603+ KL3462 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h00 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1083+ LH9570 | 6:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h00 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2247 · LH1868+ LH5172 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247 · LH1868+ LH5170 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247+ LH5172+ LH4166 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1428 · KL1605+ KL3409 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h00 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1428 · KL1605+ KL3462 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h35 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7363 · AF1504+ AF9852 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7363 · AF1504+ AF9850 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h10 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7363 · AF1304+ AF9852 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7365 · AF1404+ AF9852 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7365 · AF1304+ AF9852 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7365 · AF1604+ AF9852 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249 · LH113+ LH9572 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h25 | 10:25 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249 · LH115+ LH9572 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h25 | 10:25 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249 · LH117+ LH9572 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h25 | 10:25 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249+ LH5172+ LH4166 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h55 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7367 · AF1404+ AF9852 | 2:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h15 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1077+ LH9572 | 2:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h40 | 10:25 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Trieste flights use the Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Trieste 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.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia 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 the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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