Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Madrid

3 airlines fly nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Barajas (MAD). It's 566 miles (911 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Iberia, easyJet, Volotea.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Flight Time
2h
Distance
566 mi
911 km
CO₂/pax
105 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Iberia +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iberia Iberia easyJet easyJet Volotea Volotea

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iberia IB Iberia
Route
LYS → MAD
Flight Time
2h
Distance
566 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
LYS → MAD
Flight Time
2h
Distance
566 mi
Volotea V7 Volotea
Route
LYS → MAD
Flight Time
2h
Distance
566 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Madrid with one stop · direct emits 105 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS TLS (Toulouse) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 5m (232 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (334 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → TLS
1h 5m · 232 mi
View LYS to TLS flights →
Leg 2
TLS → MAD
1h 25m · 334 mi
View TLS to MAD flights →
LYS BOD (Bordeaux) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 10m (288 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (333 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → BOD
1h 10m · 288 mi
View LYS to BOD flights →
Leg 2
BOD → MAD
1h 30m · 333 mi
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LYS VLC (Valencia) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 45m (514 mi) Leg 2: 55m (178 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → VLC
1h 45m · 514 mi
View LYS to VLC flights →
Leg 2
VLC → MAD
55m · 178 mi
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LYS MRS (Marseille) MAD
Leg 1: 55m (157 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (496 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MRS
55m · 157 mi
View LYS to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → MAD
1h 50m · 496 mi
View MRS to MAD flights →
LYS BCN (Barcelona) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 25m (340 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (300 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → BCN
1h 25m · 340 mi
View LYS to BCN flights →
Leg 2
BCN → MAD
1h 25m · 300 mi
View BCN to MAD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Madrid (MAD) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 566 miles (911 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Madrid?

3 airlines: Iberia, easyJet, Volotea.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Madrid?

Yes. 3 airlines: Iberia, easyJet, Volotea.

How far is Lyon from Madrid?

The flight distance from Lyon to Madrid is 566 miles (911 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Madrid?

At 2h, 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 Spain?

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

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

Roughly 105 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 525 km.

Is the return flight from Madrid 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 Madrid?

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.