Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Reykjavik

1 airline flys nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Keflavík International Airport (KEF). It's 1,652 miles (2,659 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by easyJet.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
KEF
Keflavík International Airport
🇮🇸 Reykjavik, Iceland
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,652 mi
2,659 km
CO₂/pax
279 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
easyJet
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
LYS → KEF
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,652 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Reykjavik with one stop · direct emits 279 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS GVA (Geneva) KEF
Leg 1: 45m (60 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,647 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → GVA
45m · 60 mi
View LYS to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → KEF
3h 50m · 1,647 mi
View GVA to KEF flights →
LYS CDG (Paris) KEF
Leg 1: 1h 10m (255 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,397 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → CDG
1h 10m · 255 mi
View LYS to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → KEF
3h 35m · 1,397 mi
View CDG to KEF flights →
LYS BRU (Brussels) KEF
Leg 1: 1h 25m (359 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,339 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → BRU
1h 25m · 359 mi
View LYS to BRU flights →
Leg 2
BRU → KEF
3h 20m · 1,339 mi
View BRU to KEF flights →
LYS EDI (Edinburgh) KEF
Leg 1: 2h 15m (796 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (864 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 332 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → EDI
2h 15m · 796 mi
View LYS to EDI flights →
Leg 2
EDI → KEF
2h 35m · 864 mi
View EDI to KEF flights →
LYS LHR (London) KEF
Leg 1: 1h 45m (470 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,181 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → LHR
1h 45m · 470 mi
View LYS to LHR flights →
Leg 2
LHR → KEF
3h 10m · 1,181 mi
View LHR to KEF flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Reykjavik?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Reykjavik (KEF) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,652 miles (2,659 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Reykjavik?

Just easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Reykjavik?

Yes. 1 airline: easyJet.

How far is Lyon from Reykjavik?

The flight distance from Lyon to Reykjavik is 1,652 miles (2,659 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Reykjavik?

Reykjavik is 2 hours behind Lyon. (Europe/Paris vs Atlantic/Reykjavik.)

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Reykjavik?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 279 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,395 km.

Is the return flight from Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik?

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.