Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Alicante

2 airlines fly nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC). It's 589 miles (948 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by easyJet, Volotea.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
ALC
Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
🇪🇸 Alicante, Spain
Flight Time
2h
Distance
589 mi
948 km
CO₂/pax
109 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
easyJet +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by easyJet easyJet Volotea Volotea

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
LYS → ALC
Flight Time
2h
Distance
589 mi
Volotea V7 Volotea
Route
LYS → ALC
Flight Time
2h
Distance
589 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Alicante with one stop · direct emits 109 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS TLS (Toulouse) ALC
Leg 1: 1h 5m (232 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (382 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → TLS
1h 5m · 232 mi
View LYS to TLS flights →
Leg 2
TLS → ALC
1h 25m · 382 mi
View TLS to ALC flights →
LYS PMI (Palma de Mallorca) ALC
Leg 1: 1h 30m (442 mi) Leg 2: 1h (197 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → PMI
1h 30m · 442 mi
View LYS to PMI flights →
Leg 2
PMI → ALC
1h · 197 mi
View PMI to ALC flights →
LYS MRS (Marseille) ALC
Leg 1: 55m (157 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (467 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MRS
55m · 157 mi
View LYS to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → ALC
1h 35m · 467 mi
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LYS IBZ (Ibiza) ALC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (509 mi) Leg 2: 55m (112 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → IBZ
1h 40m · 509 mi
View LYS to IBZ flights →
Leg 2
IBZ → ALC
55m · 112 mi
View IBZ to ALC flights →
LYS BOD (Bordeaux) ALC
Leg 1: 1h 10m (288 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (451 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → BOD
1h 10m · 288 mi
View LYS to BOD flights →
Leg 2
BOD → ALC
1h 30m · 451 mi
View BOD to ALC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Alicante?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Alicante (ALC) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 589 miles (948 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Alicante?

2 airlines: easyJet, Volotea.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Alicante?

Yes. 2 airlines: easyJet, Volotea.

How far is Lyon from Alicante?

The flight distance from Lyon to Alicante is 589 miles (948 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Alicante?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from France to Spain?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Spain embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lyon to Alicante?

Roughly 109 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 545 km.

Is the return flight from Alicante to Lyon also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.