Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Budapest

1 airline flys nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). It's 684 miles (1,101 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by easyJet.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
🇭🇺 Budapest, Hungary
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
684 mi
1,101 km
CO₂/pax
127 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
easyJet
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
LYS → BUD
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
684 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Budapest with one stop · direct emits 127 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS VIE (Vienna) BUD
Leg 1: 1h 40m (567 mi) Leg 2: 50m (134 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → VIE
1h 40m · 567 mi
View LYS to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → BUD
50m · 134 mi
View VIE to BUD flights →
LYS MUC (Munich) BUD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (365 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (352 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MUC
1h 20m · 365 mi
View LYS to MUC flights →
Leg 2
MUC → BUD
1h 15m · 352 mi
View MUC to BUD flights →
LYS GVA (Geneva) BUD
Leg 1: 45m (60 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (628 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → GVA
45m · 60 mi
View LYS to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → BUD
1h 50m · 628 mi
View GVA to BUD flights →
LYS MXP (Milan) BUD
Leg 1: 1h (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (518 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MXP
1h · 176 mi
View LYS to MXP flights →
Leg 2
MXP → BUD
1h 40m · 518 mi
View MXP to BUD flights →
LYS VCE (Venice) BUD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (352 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (356 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → VCE
1h 20m · 352 mi
View LYS to VCE flights →
Leg 2
VCE → BUD
1h 20m · 356 mi
View VCE to BUD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Budapest?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Budapest (BUD) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 684 miles (1,101 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Budapest?

Just easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Budapest?

Yes. 1 airline: easyJet.

How far is Lyon from Budapest?

The flight distance from Lyon to Budapest is 684 miles (1,101 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 Budapest?

At 1h 55m, 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 Hungary?

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

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

Roughly 127 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 635 km.

Is the return flight from Budapest 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 Budapest?

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.