Can I fly direct from Lyon to Barcelona?

Direct flights from Lyon to Barcelona are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 13.5% of flights on this route are direct. For journeys that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Lyon to Barcelona?

The direct flight from Lyon to Barcelona typically takes 1 hour and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 549 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in travel time when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Lyon to Barcelona?

Historically, good prices on flights from Lyon to Barcelona are observed frequently. This route is consistently identified as one with regular opportunities for favorable deals. Travelers can often find competitive pricing when searching for flights between these two cities, based on data from the trailing 30 days.

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August 25 - September 3

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LYS - Barcelona

93 €

55 €

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August 25 - September 17

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LYS - Barcelona

84 €

55 €

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September 12 - September 17

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LYS - Barcelona

92 €

55 €

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October 6 - October 21

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78 €

55 €

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September 14 - October 14

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77 €

55 €

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September 15 - September 29

LYS - Barcelona

79 €

56 €

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September 14 - September 23

LYS - Barcelona

84 €

56 €

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September 9 - September 16

LYS - Barcelona

89 €

56 €

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September 14 - September 17

Best

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94 €

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September 14 - September 16

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94 €

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Lyon to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Lyon to Barcelona

A typical journey from Lyon to Barcelona takes about 10h 15m including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries that are not direct, which represent the majority of flights on this route. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median reflects the overall travel time you can expect.

When searching for cheap flights from Lyon to Barcelona, you'll find that fares typically range from $153–$362, with a median of $255. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Barcelona, the data shows that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $38. Following closely, December also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $42. November is another good option, with a median fare of $58, making these months ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

For flights from Lyon to Barcelona, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 13.5% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should generally anticipate at least one stop on their journey, and often two, which contributes to the overall travel time.

The distance between Lyon and Barcelona is 549 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means that while direct flights are not dominant, the overall travel time is still manageable, even with connections.

How much is a round trip from Lyon to Barcelona

Regular price: €59 - €168

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

The regular price range for this route is 59 EUR to 168 EUR. The current lowest deal is 55 EUR with Vueling Airlines, for travel from Nov 25-Dec 10.

now 55 €

Low 59 €

High 168 €

The cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Barcelona

The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Barcelona is March, with a median price of $38. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $310. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from 38 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 310 €

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Direct flights from Lyon to Barcelona

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Last-minute flights going from Lyon to Barcelona

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Barcelona

Lyon (LYS) - Barcelona (BCN)

Volotea

228 €

129 €

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Barcelona

Lyon (LYS) - Barcelona (BCN)

Volotea

210 €

122 €

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Barcelona

Lyon (LYS) - Barcelona (BCN)

easyJet UK

229 €

129 €

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Barcelona

Lyon (LYS) - Barcelona (BCN)

easyJet UK

228 €

130 €

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Barcelona

Lyon (LYS) - Barcelona (BCN)

easyJet UK

188 €

110 €

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Barcelona

Lyon (LYS) - Barcelona (BCN)

easyJet UK

183 €

86 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

203 € → 74 €

63%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

202 € → 74 €

63%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

202 € → 74 €

63%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

203 € → 76 €

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Lyon to Barcelona

Lyon - Barcelona route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Lyon to Barcelona are near the typical level of $255.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $38

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Barcelona at $38.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 10h 15m

The median flight time from Lyon to Barcelona is 10 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 13.5% of recent flights from Lyon to Barcelona are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vueling Airlines offers direct flights

Vueling Airlines has offered direct flights from Lyon to Barcelona recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Lyon to Barcelona are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Lyon main airports to depart from

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport is a convenient option for flights from Lyon to Barcelona.

📍 ~25 km from Lyon city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$47

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is the most affordable option for flights from Lyon to Barcelona.

📍 ~12 km from Barcelona city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$47

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Cheapest

Girona–Costa Brava Airport is a useful alternative, especially for budget airlines, with good ground transport links.

📍 ~92 km from Barcelona (reachable by bus or rail)

💸 Flights from ~$140

Reus (REU)

Reus Airport is a reliable secondary option for low-cost flights, offering excellent accessibility to southern Catalonia.

📍 ~99 km from Barcelona (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Perpignan–Rivesaltes (PGF)

Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport can be a cross-border alternative, accessible via high-speed rail links to Barcelona.

📍 ~157 km from Barcelona (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$211

Lleida–Alguaire (ILD)

Lleida–Alguaire Airport is a regional alternative within Catalonia, though it has very infrequent commercial flights.

📍 ~135 km from Barcelona (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$227

Castellón–Costa Azahar (CDT)

Castellón–Costa Azahar Airport serves as an alternative for the southernmost region, with modern facilities.

📍 ~240 km from Barcelona (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$172

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