Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Paris

1 airline flys nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG). It's 255 miles (411 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Air France.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
CDG
Charles De Gaulle
🇫🇷 Paris, France
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
255 mi
411 km
CO₂/pax
47 kg
−36 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air France
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air France Air France

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air France AF Air France
Route
LYS → CDG
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
255 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Paris with one stop · direct emits 47 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS GVA (Geneva) CDG
Leg 1: 45m (60 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (253 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 83 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → GVA
45m · 60 mi
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Leg 2
GVA → CDG
1h 15m · 253 mi
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LYS MRS (Marseille) CDG
Leg 1: 55m (157 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+174% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MRS
55m · 157 mi
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Leg 2
MRS → CDG
1h 30m · 405 mi
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LYS NTE (Nantes) CDG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (334 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (231 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+177% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → NTE
1h 20m · 334 mi
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Leg 2
NTE → CDG
1h 10m · 231 mi
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LYS BRU (Brussels) CDG
Leg 1: 1h 25m (359 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (156 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+155% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → BRU
1h 25m · 359 mi
View LYS to BRU flights →
Leg 2
BRU → CDG
1h 5m · 156 mi
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LYS RNS (Rennes) CDG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (360 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (207 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+177% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → RNS
1h 20m · 360 mi
View LYS to RNS flights →
Leg 2
RNS → CDG
1h 10m · 207 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Paris?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Paris (CDG) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 255 miles (411 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Paris?

Just Air France.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Paris?

Yes. 1 airline: Air France.

How far is Lyon from Paris?

The flight distance from Lyon to Paris is 255 miles (411 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Paris?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 47 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 235 km.

Is the return flight from Paris 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 Paris?

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?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.