Flights Nice → Lyon
NCE → LYS
How long is the flight from Nice to Lyon?
The flight from Nice (NCE) to Lyon (LYS) 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 Nice to Lyon, operating with a mix of Airbus A320 and Airbus A319 aircraft. The destination airport in Lyon sees over 8.5 million passengers annually, making it a busy travel hub.
The Nice (NCE) → Lyon (LYS) 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 Lyon the average ATFM delay is 3.2 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Nice the average ATFM delay is 3.2 minutes.
Heading to Lyon: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Nice (NCE) to Lyon (LYS) heads north-west for about 285 km, a flight time of roughly 47m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Nice the average ATFM delay is 3.2 min (atfm); arriving into Lyon 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 NCE-LYS
Airports
Frequently asked questions about NCE-LYS
The flight from Nice (NCE) to Lyon (LYS) 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 Nice-Lyon 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.
