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Flight deals from Nice to Lyon

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Lyon.C$155 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 2, returning Wed, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Nice on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Lyon on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$155, select.
Lyon.C$190 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 23, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound direct flight with Air France departing from Nice on Fri, May 23, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Air France departing from Lyon on Mon, May 26, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$190, select.
Lyon.C$199 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 27, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound direct flight with Air France departing from Nice on Tue, May 27, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Air France departing from Lyon on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$199, select.
Lyon.C$205 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 26, returning Mon, Jun 30.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound direct flight with Air France departing from Nice on Thu, Jun 26, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Air France departing from Lyon on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$205, select.
Lyon.C$237 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 8, returning Fri, Jan 16.Round-trip flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Nice on Thu, Jan 8, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Lyon on Fri, Jan 16, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$237, select.
Lyon.C$242 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 8, returning Wed, Jul 9.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Nice on Tue, Jul 8, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Volotea, departing from Lyon on Wed, Jul 9, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$242, select.
Lyon.C$246 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 24, returning Tue, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Nice on Tue, Jun 24, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Lyon on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$246, select.
Lyon.C$247 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 5, returning Sun, Dec 14.Round-trip flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Nice on Fri, Dec 5, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Lyon on Sun, Dec 14, arriving in Nice.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$247, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nice to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from C$190
Jun
from C$155
Jul
from C$242
Aug
from C$320
Sep
from C$273
Oct
from C$263
Nov
from C$356
Dec
from C$247
Jan
from C$237
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Direct flights from Nice to Lyon

Nice to Lyon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nice to Lyon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lyon.

Nice to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$155
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time57 mins
Most popular airlineHOP!
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Nice to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Nice to Lyon is C$155. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
57 minutes is the average flight time from Nice to Lyon.
HOP! and Air France fly direct from Nice to Lyon.
There are 27 flights per week flying from Nice to Lyon, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Nice to Lyon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nice Airport to Lyon Airport on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 57 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lyon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Vueling Airlines and Air France offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.

  • Nice and Lyon share the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Choose from 20 weekly Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with Air France is the earliest flight available. Air France operates the last service of the day at 18:30.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NCE to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Air France is your gateway to discovering Lyon (and perhaps some other great parts of France!). Browse the direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air France.

  • Air France is the most punctual carrier operating NCE to LYS flights, with 75.45% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between NCE and LYS:

    • Bordeaux Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is C$64. A round-trip plane ticket is currently C$155. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from NCE to LYS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from NCE to LYS is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • Of all flights leaving Cote D'Azur Airport, 74.5% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Cote D'Azur Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Nice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near NCE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from NCE to LYS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of France

  • Lyon has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

  • Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nice to Lyon

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