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Musée Miniature et Cinéma
Popular museum in Vieux Lyon with detailed miniature scenes and film props. A strong choice for visitors wanting a distinctive Lyon museum experience.
Flights from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport depart on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest flight covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 1h 40m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Flights per day 35 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 4:00 AM |
Last flight 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$700
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Flights per day
41
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $700 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 41 flights that leave Madrid for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport onSun, May 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct flights cover the 925 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 31 the longest flights will take 4 h 25 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.
IB1179
EC4392
KL1508+
KL1427
IB1183
KL1500 · KL1433
EC4392
IB1185
IB1183
IB1179
AF1401 · AF7364Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $173.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$163 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price | $247 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 50m Average total duration 17h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 29m Average total duration 16h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $85 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $163 (€131).
A bus is $95 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $173 (€139).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 59m.
Bus takes on average 17h 20m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport flights for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1121 · LH102 · LH2250 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1121 · LH1076 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h25 | 1:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1121 · LH100 · LH2250 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1500 · KL1433 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF7364 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h30 | 10:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF9408 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 11:15 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1500 · KL1431 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h25 | 1:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF7366 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h45 | 1:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3732+ SN3587 | 6:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h05 | 12:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3732 · SN2609+ LH1076 | 6:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h00 | 1:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH101 · LH1078 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH99 · LH1078 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7052+ BA362 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h20 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4165+ LH2250 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA3271+ BA362 | 7:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h40 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7060+ BA362 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h15 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1123 · LH1076 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 1:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1123 · LH1078 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h45 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1123 · LH106 · LH2250 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h40 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7066+ BA362 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h10 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7194+ BA362 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h50 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1001 · AF7370 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h20 | 9:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1179 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h50 | 11:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1001 · AF7368 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h45 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2021+ LX1104+ LH2250 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h00 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1502 · KL1433 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1502 · KL1435 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h25 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA457 · BA362 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h45 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1801 · LH113 · LH1082 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1801 · LH115 · LH1082 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1801 · LH2250 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 5:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA459 · BA362 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h10 | 6:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1301 · AF7370 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h05 | 9:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1301 · AF7368 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1113 · LH1082 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h15 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1113 · LH1078 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h05 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1504 · KL1435 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h45 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4163+ LH119 · LH1082 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h25 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4163+ LH117 · LH1082 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h25 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
IB1183 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h50 | 6:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1115 · LH1082 | 4:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h25 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506 · KL1435 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL1427 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h55 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1185 | 9:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h50 | 11:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Popular museum in Vieux Lyon with detailed miniature scenes and film props. A strong choice for visitors wanting a distinctive Lyon museum experience.
Lyon’s major fine arts museum, set in a former abbey and known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Major science and anthropology museum at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône, famous for its futuristic architecture and broad thematic displays.
Historic old town with Renaissance streets, traboules, and lively squares. A top area for walking and classic city views.
One of Europe’s largest open squares and a central meeting point, well placed for exploring Presqu’île on foot.
Major square framed by the city hall and museum, known for its fountain and lively urban atmosphere.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and served with a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic specialty of Lyonnais cuisine.
A traditional Lyon salad with frisee, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, known for its balance of bitter greens and rich savory flavors.
A cured pork sausage from Lyon, prized for its firm texture and deep flavor, commonly served on charcuterie boards.
Iconic covered food market with renowned counters for charcuterie, cheese, oysters, pastries, and classic Lyonnais products.
Popular modern bouchon known for refined takes on Lyon classics and a cozy, welcoming dining room.
Historic bouchon celebrated for traditional Lyonnais cooking, generous portions, and a warm, old-school atmosphere.
Airport dining and coffee are pricier than in central Lyon. Cards are widely accepted, but quick meals still cost more than city averages.
Service is usually included in France. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for good service is appreciated, but not required. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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