How to travel from Lyon to Málaga

There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Málaga including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Málaga is a bus with an average price of $160 (€134).

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Málaga:

A bus is $306 (€256) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Málaga costing on average $466 (€390).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Málaga is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 20m.

Other travel options to Málaga take longer:

Bus takes on average 26h 41m.

The distance from Lyon to Málaga is approximately 786 miles (1266 km).

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Málaga is:

• Around 52 flights per day.
• Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Málaga as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Málaga:

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Malaga Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Málaga María Zambrano.
• Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Málaga, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Volotea, easyJet, Transavia France, Vueling, Ryanair, Air France, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa, Iberia, Lufthansa Cityline, BA Euroflyer, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Royal Air Maroc, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Málaga by flight.
• Travel with Alsa, FlixBus to go to Málaga by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Málaga:

• 1 direct flights per day with Volotea, easyJet, Transavia France, CitizenPlane.

Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Málaga often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Seville, Granada, Marbella, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Málaga and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Málaga to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Málaga, you can explore the Alcazaba, a Moorish fortress with panoramic views, and visit the Picasso Museum to see a vast collection of Pablo Picasso's art. Discover the impressive Málaga Cathedral, known for its Renaissance architecture, and relax at La Malagueta Beach. Experience local cuisine at Mercado Central de Atarazanas, and don't miss the Roman Theatre and Gibralfaro Castle for stunning city vistas.

To fully experience Málaga, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its vibrant culture, historic sites like the Alcazaba and Picasso Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine and beaches.