What percentage of Lyon to Madrid flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 14.1% of flights from Lyon to Madrid were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

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

The direct flight from Lyon to Madrid typically takes 2 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 911 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 7 hours and 40 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How often do cheap flights from Lyon to Madrid come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Lyon to Madrid come up frequently. This route is considered to have a high availability of good deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices without an extended wait, based on observations over a 30-day period.

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September 23 - September 30

Cheapest

Best

LYS - Madrid

107 €

52 €

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September 9 - September 30

Cheapest

LYS - Madrid

93 €

52 €

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September 14 - September 30

Cheapest

LYS - Madrid

94 €

52 €

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September 7 - September 11

Cheapest

Earliest

LYS - Madrid

113 €

52 €

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September 7 - September 9

Best

Earliest

LYS - Madrid

113 €

53 €

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September 9 - September 25

LYS - Madrid

94 €

55 €

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September 14 - September 25

LYS - Madrid

97 €

55 €

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September 9 - September 16

LYS - Madrid

107 €

55 €

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September 7 - September 18

Earliest

LYS - Madrid

95 €

55 €

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September 16 - September 23

LYS - Madrid

107 €

55 €

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Lyon to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Lyon to Madrid

Most itineraries for flights from Lyon to Madrid connect at least once, with only 14.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Lyon to Madrid are available, you will most often find options that include at least one stop.

When considering cheap flights from Lyon to Madrid, fares typically range from $192 to $381, with a median price of $282. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. However, new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Madrid, the data indicates that March is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $59. December also offers competitive prices, with a median of $62, followed by November at $90. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Lyon to Madrid takes about 10h 45m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time longer than a direct flight would be. The route covers a distance of 911 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Lyon to Madrid

Regular price: €81 - €204

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

The regular price range for flights from Lyon to Madrid is typically between 81 EUR and 204 EUR. The current lowest deal is 52 EUR with Volotea, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 30.

now 52 €

Low 81 €

High 204 €

The cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Madrid is March, with a median price of $59. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $349. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from 59 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 349 €

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Direct flights from Lyon to Madrid

Volotea

Last-minute flights going from Lyon to Madrid

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Madrid

Lyon (LYS) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

232 €

120 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Madrid

Lyon (LYS) - Madrid (MAD)

Volotea

211 €

107 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Madrid

Lyon (LYS) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

200 €

110 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Madrid

Lyon (LYS) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

210 €

110 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Madrid

Lyon (LYS) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

210 €

125 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LYS - Madrid

Lyon (LYS) - Madrid (MAD)

Volotea

210 €

107 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 10

209 € → 84 €

60%

7 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 10

198 € → 82 €

59%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

233 € → 119 €

49%

3 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 16

203 € → 93 €

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Lyon to Madrid

Lyon - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Lyon to Madrid are above the typical level at $52.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Madrid, with a median price of $59.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 45m

The typical flight duration for this route, including layovers, is 10 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14.1% of recent flights from Lyon to Madrid are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Volotea offers direct flights

Volotea is an airline that offers direct flights from Lyon to Madrid.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Price drops occur frequently for flights from Lyon to Madrid, with deals common.

Lyon main airports to depart from

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry is a good option for flights from Lyon to Madrid, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~$74

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Lyon to Madrid.

📍 ~13 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative, offering many European and domestic connections via high-speed rail.

📍 ~300 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$71

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is Spain's largest alternative hub with an extensive international flight network.

📍 ~500 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$47

Málaga (AGP)

Málaga Airport is a major international gateway with high flight volume and direct high-speed rail connections.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$52

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche Airport offers significant international flights and strong high-speed rail connectivity from Madrid.

📍 ~350 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$75

Seville (SVQ)

Seville Airport is a primary hub for Southern Spain with good domestic and European coverage.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

Madrid, Spain

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$625

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Lyon to Madrid are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $165. Booking 0-6 days out typically sees a slight increase to an average of $170. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, such as 14-27 days out at $322, or 60+ days out at $306. These trends are observed across a 90-day trailing window.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Lyon to Madrid is considered cheap if it is priced at or below $192. The median price for this route during the same 90-day period was $282. Fares above $381 are typically in the more expensive range. These prices reflect historical trends for the route.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Madrid, with a median price of $59. December also offered favorable prices, with a median of $62. The annual median price for this route across a 270-day window was $282, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

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