Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Amsterdam

2 airlines fly nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Schiphol (AMS). It's 455 miles (732 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Air France, KLM.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
AMS
Schiphol
🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
455 mi
732 km
CO₂/pax
84 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air France +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air France Air France KLM KLM

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air France AF Air France
Route
LYS → AMS
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
455 mi
KLM KL KLM
Route
LYS → AMS
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
455 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Amsterdam with one stop · direct emits 84 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS BRU (Brussels) AMS
Leg 1: 1h 25m (359 mi) Leg 2: 55m (98 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 109 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → BRU
1h 25m · 359 mi
View LYS to BRU flights →
Leg 2
BRU → AMS
55m · 98 mi
View BRU to AMS flights →
LYS DUS (Dusseldorf) AMS
Leg 1: 1h 25m (391 mi) Leg 2: 55m (111 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → DUS
1h 25m · 391 mi
View LYS to DUS flights →
Leg 2
DUS → AMS
55m · 111 mi
View DUS to AMS flights →
LYS GVA (Geneva) AMS
Leg 1: 45m (60 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (424 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → GVA
45m · 60 mi
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Leg 2
GVA → AMS
1h 40m · 424 mi
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LYS CDG (Paris) AMS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (255 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (248 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → CDG
1h 10m · 255 mi
View LYS to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → AMS
1h 25m · 248 mi
View CDG to AMS flights →
LYS FRA (Frankfurt) AMS
Leg 1: 1h 25m (340 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → FRA
1h 25m · 340 mi
View LYS to FRA flights →
Leg 2
FRA → AMS
1h 10m · 227 mi
View FRA to AMS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Amsterdam?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Amsterdam (AMS) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 455 miles (732 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Amsterdam?

2 airlines: Air France, KLM.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Amsterdam?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air France, KLM.

How far is Lyon from Amsterdam?

The flight distance from Lyon to Amsterdam is 455 miles (732 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Amsterdam?

At 1h 40m, 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 Netherlands?

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

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

Roughly 84 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 420 km.

Is the return flight from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam?

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.