Flights Lyon → Nice
LYS → NCE
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 16.7/100 (medium), 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 14.9 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 14.9 min (ATC pre-departure); 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% | 18 min | 3.3% |
| easyJet (U2) | 73% | 26 min | 0.0% |
Airlines operating LYS-NCE
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Frequently asked questions about LYS-NCE
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.
