- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Flights from Málaga to Lyon depart on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $44 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 786 miles (1266 km) distance in 2h 0m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 786 miles (1266 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€44) |
Flights per day 41 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 0m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$482
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Flights per day
71
Distance
1266 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Málaga to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Lyon will cost around $482 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
It's difficult to get from Málaga to Lyon without transferring at least once.
VY2112 · VY1220
VY2118 · VY1220
VY2114 · VY1222
FR 3081+
VY1222
VY2110 · VY1220
VY2122 · VY1222
AF1759 · AF7370
AF1747 · AF7368
IB1004 · IB1183
LH1151 · LH1082Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $44.
Distance: 786 miles (1266 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$163 Average price | $154 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 3m Average total duration 22h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Lyon:
A bus is $9 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Lyon costing on average $163 (€163).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 52m.
Bus takes on average 22h 33m.
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Lyon flights for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TP1139 · TP472 | 7:00 AM Malaga Airport | 10h25 | 5:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1139 · TP470 | 7:00 AM Malaga Airport | 4h55 | 11:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 3081+ VY1222 | 8:30 AM Malaga Airport | 7h00 | 3:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 3081+ IB5296 | 8:30 AM Malaga Airport | 7h00 | 3:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5042 · UX2228+ 9844 | 8:35 AM Malaga Airport | 13h24 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IB1002 · IB589+ 9844 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 12h49 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IB1002 · IB1183 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 9h30 | 6:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1002 · IB589+ 5124 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 12h49 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
BA7062 · BA7056+ BA362 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 10h35 | 7:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7062+ BA459 · BA362 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 10h35 | 7:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA7062+ BA459 · BA308+ 9844 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 12h49 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
VY2114 · VY1222 | 9:20 AM Malaga Airport | 6h10 | 3:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2114 · VY8248+ 5124 | 9:20 AM Malaga Airport | 12h39 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
VY2114 · VY8248+ 9844 | 9:20 AM Malaga Airport | 12h39 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
VY2114 · VY8248+ 12536 | 9:20 AM Malaga Airport | 10h42 | 8:02 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
SN3734+ SN3593 | 10:05 AM Malaga Airport | 12h15 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2648+ KL1409+ 5124 | 10:40 AM Malaga Airport | 11h19 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
KL2648+ KL1409+ 9844 | 10:40 AM Malaga Airport | 11h19 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
KL2648+ KL1435 | 10:40 AM Malaga Airport | 12h10 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2648+ KL1433 | 10:40 AM Malaga Airport | 6h55 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA362+ BA2641 | 11:35 AM Malaga Airport | 8h10 | 7:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1747+ 9844 | 12:40 PM Malaga Airport | 9h19 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1747+ 5124 | 12:40 PM Malaga Airport | 9h19 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1747+ 12536 | 12:40 PM Malaga Airport | 7h22 | 8:02 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1747 · AF7370 | 12:40 PM Malaga Airport | 9h20 | 10:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1747 · AF7368 | 12:40 PM Malaga Airport | 5h10 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ91+ SN3182+ SN3593 | 12:50 PM Malaga Airport | 9h30 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX2111 · LX788+ SN3593 | 1:15 PM Malaga Airport | 9h05 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1149 · LH1082 | 1:15 PM Malaga Airport | 10h05 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1149+ LH5672 | 1:15 PM Malaga Airport | 20h40 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1149+ EN8910 | 1:15 PM Malaga Airport | 20h40 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1004 · IB1183 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 5h15 | 6:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1004 · IB589+ 5124 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 8h34 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IB1004 · IB589+ 9844 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 8h34 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IB1004 · IB1185 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 10h20 | 11:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1544 · KL1435 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 9h25 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS452+ SN2906+ SN3593 | 1:50 PM Malaga Airport | 8h30 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS452 · OS297+ SN3593 | 1:50 PM Malaga Airport | 8h30 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1833 · LH117 · LH1082 | 2:35 PM Malaga Airport | 8h45 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1833 · LH119 · LH1082 | 2:35 PM Malaga Airport | 8h45 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1833+ SN2650+ SN3593 | 2:35 PM Malaga Airport | 7h45 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1119 · LH1082 | 2:55 PM Malaga Airport | 8h25 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1119+ EN8910 | 2:55 PM Malaga Airport | 19h00 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1119+ LH5672 | 2:55 PM Malaga Airport | 19h00 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2538+ KL1435 | 3:05 PM Malaga Airport | 7h45 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2538+ KL1427 | 3:05 PM Malaga Airport | 18h20 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1137 · TP472 | 3:25 PM Malaga Airport | 26h25 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3736 · SN2617+ LH1082 | 3:40 PM Malaga Airport | 7h40 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN3736+ SN3593 | 3:40 PM Malaga Airport | 6h40 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1759 · AF7370 | 5:15 PM Malaga Airport | 4h45 | 10:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1006 · IB1185 | 5:35 PM Malaga Airport | 6h10 | 11:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7073+ BA465 · BA356 | 5:35 PM Malaga Airport | 17h00 | 10:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1151 · LH1076 | 5:50 PM Malaga Airport | 19h40 | 1:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1151 · LH1082 | 5:50 PM Malaga Airport | 5h30 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1151 · LH128 · LH2246 | 5:50 PM Malaga Airport | 15h00 | 8:50 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1835 · LH2246 | 6:45 PM Malaga Airport | 14h05 | 8:50 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
V72919 | 6:45 PM Malaga Airport | 2h15 | 9:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8474+ BA356 | 6:50 PM Malaga Airport | 15h45 | 10:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1729 · AF7362 | 7:30 PM Malaga Airport | 14h00 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA356+ BA2645 | 9:55 PM Malaga Airport | 12h40 | 10:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL3291+ KL1431 | 10:55 PM Malaga Airport | 14h30 | 1:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL3291+ KL1427 | 10:55 PM Malaga Airport | 10h30 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2118 · VY1220 | 11:25 PM Malaga Airport | 13h55 | 1:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 30 | |||||
AF1749+ 12526 | 6:00 AM Malaga Airport | 8h00 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1749 · AF7366 | 6:00 AM Malaga Airport | 7h45 | 1:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1749+ 9826 | 6:00 AM Malaga Airport | 8h00 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1749+ 5120 | 6:00 AM Malaga Airport | 12h25 | 6:25 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
AF1749 · AF7368 | 6:00 AM Malaga Airport | 11h50 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1139 · TP472 | 6:25 AM Malaga Airport | 11h25 | 5:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Museum of cinema miniatures and film props in Vieux Lyon. Popular for detailed sets, special-effects history, and family-friendly exhibits.
Excellent free natural history and ethnography museum with fossils, animals, and global cultures. A strong local favorite, especially for families.
Renaissance quarter with cobbled lanes, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for atmosphere, history, and walking exploration.
Central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with elegant streets, squares, shopping, and many of Lyon’s classic city views.
Historic silk-workers’ hill district with stairways, murals, markets, and hidden passageways. Great for local character and city panoramas.
Pike dumplings in a rich crayfish sauce. A Lyon classic from traditional bouchons, prized for its delicate fish texture and luxurious sauce.
Crisp salad of frisée, bacon lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. A staple Lyonnaise bistro dish that reflects the city's hearty cooking style.
Slow-cooked onions with vinegar, often served warm or chilled. This old Lyonnais side dish is traditional in bouchons and pairs well with charcuterie.
Refined dining by Paul Bocuse, known for polished French cuisine and iconic Lyon dishes in an elegant, historic dining room.
Well-known traditional bouchon in Vieux Lyon, praised for generous Lyonnais specialties and a lively old-city atmosphere.
Historic bouchon near Place Bellecour serving quenelles, salade lyonnaise, and classic regional fare in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while public transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Málaga to Lyon flights use the Malaga Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Lyon airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Malaga Airport is 8 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga 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 for 30 minutes, with paid options for longer access. ATMs are located in Terminals 2 and 3, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malaga Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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.
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