Are there direct flights from Madrid to Lyon?

Yes, direct flights from Madrid to Lyon are available. Historically, approximately 44.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop before reaching their destination.

What's the flight time from Madrid to Lyon?

The typical direct flight from Madrid to Lyon has a duration of 1 hour and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 911 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically average a longer travel time of 6 hours and 50 minutes. This difference in duration reflects the additional time spent during the median of 410 minutes for one-stop journeys compared to 110 minutes for direct flights.

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

Historically, flights from Madrid to Lyon regularly show good prices. This route is classified as having regular price drops, indicating that favorable deals appear with some consistency. Travelers can typically find competitive fares when planning their trips on this route.

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2026-12-11 – 2026-12-14
MAD - Lyon
75% AI deal score
109 €
47 €
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2026-11-19 – 2026-11-30
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86 €
51 €
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2026-11-26 – 2026-11-30
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79% AI deal score
100 €
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-14
MAD - Lyon
78% AI deal score
93 €
51 €
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-16
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92 €
51 €
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-17
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2026-12-10 – 2026-12-14
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109 €
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Madrid to Lyon: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Lyon

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Madrid to Lyon, a meaningful share are non-stop, with 44.9% of recent fares being direct. The remaining itineraries typically include one connection. This mixed availability means you have options for both speed and potentially more varied pricing.

Right now, fares from Madrid to Lyon are typically $106–$184, with a median of $143. Current fares are above the typical level, but 36% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, indicating a regular cadence of price changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Lyon? The most affordable month to fly is September, with a median fare of $86. Following closely are October, with a median of $103, and November, with a median of $113. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Madrid to Lyon takes about 1h 50m. This duration reflects the median flight time for both direct and connecting itineraries. For direct flights from Madrid to Lyon, the flight time is also approximately 1h 50m, while connecting flights have a median duration of 7h 5m.

The distance between Madrid and Lyon is 911 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the availability of direct flights and the overall journey times.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Lyon

Regular price: €76 - €271

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

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Lyon is 76 EUR to 271 EUR. The current lowest deal is 51 EUR with easyJet UK for travel from Nov 23 to Nov 26.

now 51 €

Low 76 €

High 271 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Lyon

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Lyon is September, with a median price of $73. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $180. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from 73 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 180 €

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Direct flights from Madrid to Lyon

Volotea

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Lyon

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Lyon

Madrid (MAD) - Lyon (LYS)

Iberia Express

215 €

115 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Lyon

Madrid (MAD) - Lyon (LYS)

Iberia Express

218 €

122 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Lyon

Madrid (MAD) - Lyon (LYS)

Ryanair

277 €

138 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Lyon

Madrid (MAD) - Lyon (LYS)

Volotea

275 €

139 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Lyon

Madrid (MAD) - Lyon (LYS)

Volotea

216 €

114 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Lyon

Madrid (MAD) - Lyon (LYS)

Iberia Airlines

226 €

126 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 29

222 € → 89 €

60%

2 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 21

261 € → 132 €

50%

2 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 13

191 € → 74 €

61%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

251 € → 134 €

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Lyon

Madrid - Lyon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Madrid to Lyon are above the typical level, with a median price of $143.

📅 Best time to fly

September offers the lowest median prices

Historically, September has the lowest median prices at $86, followed by October at $103.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 50m

Direct flights from Madrid to Lyon typically take 1h 50m, while connecting flights average 7h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Volotea offers direct flights

Volotea offers direct flights on this route; 44.9% of recent flights were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK has a deal for €51

easyJet UK has a recent deal for €51, departing November 23 and returning November 26.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Madrid to Lyon appear regularly, with 36% of recent fares considered good.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€43

Lyon main airports to arrive at

Lyon–Saint-Exupéry (LYS)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€43

Airports nearby Lyon used as alternative

Geneva (GVA)

Cheapest

Geneva Airport (GVA) is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and high flight frequency.

📍 ~110 km from Lyon (reachable by train or car), requiring border crossing into Switzerland.

💸 Flights from ~€62

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lyon

$428

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lyon

Historically, the best time to purchase flights from Madrid to Lyon is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been around $112. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $179. For bookings made 28-59 days in advance, the average price was $126.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Lyon was typically $106 or less. The median price for this route over a 90-day window was $143. Prices above $184 were considered to be on the higher end of the spectrum during this period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Lyon include September, October, and November. In September, the median price was $86, while October saw a median of $103. November's median price was $113, which also happened to be the most expensive month on average across the trailing 270 days, with an annual median price of $143.

Madrid to Lyon: Overview