Direct (nonstop) flights from Madrid to Lyon

3 airlines fly nonstop from Barajas (MAD) to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS). It's 566 miles (911 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Iberia, easyJet, Volotea.

MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
566 mi
911 km
CO₂/pax
105 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Iberia +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iberia Iberia easyJet easyJet Volotea Volotea

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iberia IB Iberia
Route
MAD → LYS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
566 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
MAD → LYS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
566 mi
Volotea V7 Volotea
Route
MAD → LYS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
566 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Madrid to Lyon with one stop · direct emits 105 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAD TLS (Toulouse) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 20m (334 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → TLS
1h 20m · 334 mi
View MAD to TLS flights →
Leg 2
TLS → LYS
1h · 232 mi
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MAD BOD (Bordeaux) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 25m (333 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (288 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → BOD
1h 25m · 333 mi
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Leg 2
BOD → LYS
1h 10m · 288 mi
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MAD GVA (Geneva) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 55m (627 mi) Leg 2: 45m (60 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → GVA
1h 55m · 627 mi
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Leg 2
GVA → LYS
45m · 60 mi
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MAD MRS (Marseille) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 45m (496 mi) Leg 2: 55m (157 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → MRS
1h 45m · 496 mi
View MAD to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → LYS
55m · 157 mi
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MAD VLC (Valencia) LYS
Leg 1: 1h (178 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (514 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → VLC
1h · 178 mi
View MAD to VLC flights →
Leg 2
VLC → LYS
1h 45m · 514 mi
View VLC to LYS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Madrid to Lyon?

A nonstop flight from Madrid (MAD) to Lyon (LYS) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 566 miles (911 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Madrid to Lyon?

3 airlines: Iberia, easyJet, Volotea.

Is there a nonstop flight from Madrid to Lyon?

Yes. 3 airlines: Iberia, easyJet, Volotea.

How far is Madrid from Lyon?

The flight distance from Madrid to Lyon is 566 miles (911 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Madrid to Lyon?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Spain to France?

Depends on your passport. Check with the France embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Madrid to Lyon?

Roughly 105 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 525 km.

Is the return flight from Lyon to Madrid also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Lyon?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Barajas for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.