How many flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 40.3% of flights from Amsterdam to Lyon were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates a significant portion of travelers on this route historically had the option for a direct journey.

How long does it take to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

The typical direct flight from Amsterdam to Lyon takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 732 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to about 4 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Lyon worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Lyon have a median price of $210, while connecting flights have a median price of $206. This represents a premium of approximately 2% for direct flights. With 38.4% of flights being direct, many travelers find the slight price difference acceptable for the convenience of a non-stop journey.

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Amsterdam to Lyon: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Right now, only 7% of recent fares for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $165 to $237, with a median price of $206. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting that now may not be the optimal time to find cheap flights from Amsterdam to Lyon.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon, you'll find that January stands out with a median fare of $140. Other cost-effective months include September and October, both offering median fares of $158. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel on this route.

A typical journey from Amsterdam to Lyon takes approximately 3h 35m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, most itineraries connect at least once, usually involving one stopover. This median duration accounts for the total travel time, including any layovers.

The route from Amsterdam to Lyon covers a distance of 732 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, making it a relatively quick journey between the two cities. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes effectively.

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Lyon

Regular price: €224 - €285

Prices for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon typically range from 224 EUR to 285 EUR. The current lowest deal is 145 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Dec 11-Dec 14.

now 145 €

Low 224 €

High 285 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon is January, with a median price of $140. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $223. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from 140 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 223 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Air France

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Lyon

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

371 €

262 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

315 €

201 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

375 €

232 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

362 €

250 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

310 €

231 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

335 €

207 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

375 € → 231 €

38%

1 night

Sep 21 - Sep 22

322 € → 197 €

39%

5 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 28

285 € → 163 €

43%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

341 € → 220 €

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

Amsterdam - Lyon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Amsterdam to Lyon are $145, below the typical level of $206.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, September, and October offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 3h 35m for this short-haul route

The median flight duration from Amsterdam to Lyon is 3h 35m, a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed direct and connecting flight options

40.3% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air France offers direct flights

Air France is one airline offering direct flights on the Amsterdam to Lyon route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offers flights to Lyon, providing a convenient departure point from Amsterdam.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€143

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon.

📍 ~20 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€136

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Geneva (GVA)

Cheapest

Geneva Airport offers extensive global connectivity and high flight frequency, making it a premier alternative for Lyon.

📍 ~110 km from Lyon (reachable by direct train or motorway). Note: located in Switzerland, requiring border crossing.

💸 Flights from ~€107

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Lyon, France

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Lyon, France

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Nov 05

Lyon, France

77% AI deal score

$1,357

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Dec 21

Lyon, France

76% AI deal score

$1,447

$873

Save $574

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Business Class

From AMS

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Dec 01

Lyon, France

76% AI deal score

$1,431

$874

Save $557

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From AMS

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Oct 06

Lyon, France

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$1,490

$875

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Lyon, France

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$1,490

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Lyon, France

76% AI deal score

$1,431

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From AMS

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Dec 01

Lyon, France

76% AI deal score

$1,432

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Business Class

From AMS

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Dec 20

Lyon, France

76% AI deal score

$1,439

$877

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

Historically, booking flights from Amsterdam to Lyon 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $176. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out have an average price of $210, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $277. Planning ahead can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Amsterdam to Lyon is typically $165 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $206. Prices can vary, with about 75% of fares falling below $237. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices around or below the good price threshold.

Historically, January, September, and October have been the cheapest months to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon. In January, the median price was $140, while both September and October saw median prices of $158. The annual median price for this route is $206, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

Amsterdam to Lyon: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Lyon

Regular price: €224 - €285

Prices for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon typically range from 224 EUR to 285 EUR. The current lowest deal is 145 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Dec 11-Dec 14.

now 145 €

Low 224 €

High 285 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

January

Cheapest

Flights from 140 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 223 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Air France

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Lyon

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

371 €

262 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

315 €

201 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

375 €

232 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

362 €

250 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

310 €

231 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Lyon

Amsterdam (AMS) - Lyon (LYS)

easyJet UK

335 €

207 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

375 € → 231 €

38%

1 night

Sep 21 - Sep 22

322 € → 197 €

39%

5 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 28

285 € → 163 €

43%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

341 € → 220 €

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

Amsterdam - Lyon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Amsterdam to Lyon are $145, below the typical level of $206.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, September, and October offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 3h 35m for this short-haul route

The median flight duration from Amsterdam to Lyon is 3h 35m, a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed direct and connecting flight options

40.3% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air France offers direct flights

Air France is one airline offering direct flights on the Amsterdam to Lyon route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offers flights to Lyon, providing a convenient departure point from Amsterdam.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€143

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon.

📍 ~20 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€136

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Geneva (GVA)

Cheapest

Geneva Airport offers extensive global connectivity and high flight frequency, making it a premier alternative for Lyon.

Lyon, France

76% AI deal score

$1,439

$877

Save $562

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Today’s best flight deals from Amsterdam to Lyon

Amsterdam to Lyon: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Lyon

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Lyon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

Amsterdam - Lyon route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Typically 3h 35m for this short-haul route

Mixed direct and connecting flight options

Air France offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

Best Elite deals to Lyon

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Nov 09

Nov 03

Nov 06

Nov 05

Dec 21

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

How far in advance should I book a flight from Amsterdam to Lyon?

How much should a flight from Amsterdam to Lyon cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

How many flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are non-stop?

How long does it take to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

Are non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Lyon worth the extra cost?

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Amsterdam to Lyon: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Lyon

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Lyon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon

Amsterdam - Lyon route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Typically 3h 35m for this short-haul route

Mixed direct and connecting flight options

Air France offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

Best Elite deals to Lyon

Dec 20

Nov 09

Nov 03

Nov 06

Nov 05

Dec 21

Dec 01

Oct 06

Oct 03

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

How far in advance should I book a flight from Amsterdam to Lyon?

How much should a flight from Amsterdam to Lyon cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?