Flights Nice → Lyon
NCE → LYS
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 17/100 (medium), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Lyon the average ATFM delay is 14.9 minutes (main cause: ATC pre-departure). 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 14.9 min (ATC pre-departure).
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 NCE-LYS
Airports
Frequently asked questions about NCE-LYS
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.
