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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 Saint-Nazaire to Lyon depart on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 351 miles (565 km) distance in 1h 10m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 351 miles (565 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Flights per day 16 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€332
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 11 m
Flights on Sep 17
11
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon will cost around €332 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 11 flights from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct flights cover the 565 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
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2818
U24330
4330
6141
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2818
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4330
U24328Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €129 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €129, while a flight costs an average of €384.
Distance: 351 miles (565 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€384 Average price | €129 Average price Cheapest | €190 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon:
A train is €255 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon costing on average €384.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Lyon flights for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6141 | 6:40 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h15 | 7:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U24328 | 9:00 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h15 | 10:15 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
6143 | 10:40 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h15 | 11:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
6145 | 2:30 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h10 | 3:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
2818 | 3:25 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h10 | 4:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
6147 | 6:25 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h15 | 7:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1057 · LH1082 | 7:15 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h15 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1057 · LH1076 | 7:15 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 18h40 | 1:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1057 · LH1078 | 7:15 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 22h55 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
U24330 | 9:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h10 | 11:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
4330 | 9:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h10 | 11:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
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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 Saint-Nazaire to Lyon flights use the Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Nazaire and Lyon 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.
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