Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Frankfurt

2 airlines fly nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's 340 miles (547 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
340 mi
547 km
CO₂/pax
63 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Dolomiti +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Dolomiti Air Dolomiti Lufthansa Lufthansa

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Dolomiti EN Air Dolomiti
Route
LYS → FRA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
340 mi
Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
LYS → FRA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
340 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Frankfurt with one stop · direct emits 63 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS GVA (Geneva) FRA
Leg 1: 45m (60 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (287 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → GVA
45m · 60 mi
View LYS to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → FRA
1h 15m · 287 mi
View GVA to FRA flights →
LYS SXB (Strasbourg) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (229 mi) Leg 2: 55m (112 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 88 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → SXB
1h 10m · 229 mi
View LYS to SXB flights →
Leg 2
SXB → FRA
55m · 112 mi
View SXB to FRA flights →
LYS DUS (Dusseldorf) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 25m (391 mi) Leg 2: 50m (116 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → DUS
1h 25m · 391 mi
View LYS to DUS flights →
Leg 2
DUS → FRA
50m · 116 mi
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LYS MUC (Munich) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (365 mi) Leg 2: 1h (186 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+103% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MUC
1h 20m · 365 mi
View LYS to MUC flights →
Leg 2
MUC → FRA
1h · 186 mi
View MUC to FRA flights →
LYS MXP (Milan) FRA
Leg 1: 1h (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (305 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MXP
1h · 176 mi
View LYS to MXP flights →
Leg 2
MXP → FRA
1h 20m · 305 mi
View MXP to FRA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Frankfurt?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 340 miles (547 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Frankfurt?

2 airlines: Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Frankfurt?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa.

How far is Lyon from Frankfurt?

The flight distance from Lyon to Frankfurt is 340 miles (547 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 Frankfurt?

At 1h 25m, 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 Germany?

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

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

Roughly 63 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 315 km.

Is the return flight from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt?

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.