Flights Lyon → Nice
LYS → NCE
How long is the flight from Lyon to Nice?
The flight from Lyon (LYS) to Nice (NCE) takes about 47 min. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route connects Lyon to Nice, operating with Airbus A320 and A319 aircraft. The destination airport in Nice sees over twelve million passengers annually, making it a significant travel hub.
The Lyon (LYS) → Nice (NCE) route is operated by Air France, easyJet. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 13.2/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Nice the average ATFM delay is 3.2 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Lyon the average ATFM delay is 3.2 minutes.
Heading to Nice: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Lyon (LYS) to Nice (NCE) heads south-east for about 285 km, a flight time of roughly 47m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Lyon the average ATFM delay is 3.2 min (atfm); arriving into Nice it is 3.2 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air France (AF) | 82% | 28 min | 0.0% |
| easyJet (U2) | 70% | 31 min | 0.8% |
Airlines operating LYS-NCE
Airports
Frequently asked questions about LYS-NCE
The flight from Lyon (LYS) to Nice (NCE) takes about 47 min. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Air France, easyJet.
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The Lyon-Nice route is about 285 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
