Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Madinah

1 airline flys nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Madinah (MED). It's 2,413 miles (3,884 km), about 5h 25m in the air. Operated by Transavia France.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
MED
Madinah
🇸🇦 Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Flight Time
5h 25m
Distance
2,413 mi
3,884 km
CO₂/pax
408 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Transavia France
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Transavia France Transavia France

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Transavia France TO Transavia France
Route
LYS → MED
Flight Time
5h 25m
Distance
2,413 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Madinah with one stop · direct emits 408 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS SSH (Sharm el Sheikh) MED
Leg 1: 4h 25m (2,014 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (406 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 440 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → SSH
4h 25m · 2,014 mi
View LYS to SSH flights →
Leg 2
SSH → MED
1h 30m · 406 mi
View SSH to MED flights →
LYS TUN (Tunis) MED
Leg 1: 1h 55m (667 mi) Leg 2: 4h 5m (1,938 mi) Total: ~6h 🍃 476 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → TUN
1h 55m · 667 mi
View LYS to TUN flights →
Leg 2
TUN → MED
4h 5m · 1,938 mi
View TUN to MED flights →
LYS HRG (Hurghada) MED
Leg 1: 4h 35m (2,028 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (409 mi) Total: ~6h 3m 🍃 444 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → HRG
4h 35m · 2,028 mi
View LYS to HRG flights →
Leg 2
HRG → MED
1h 28m · 409 mi
View HRG to MED flights →
LYS MRS (Marseille) MED
Leg 1: 55m (157 mi) Leg 2: 5h 10m (2,343 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 450 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MRS
55m · 157 mi
View LYS to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → MED
5h 10m · 2,343 mi
View MRS to MED flights →
LYS AMM (Amman) MED
Leg 1: 4h 20m (1,911 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (543 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 449 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → AMM
4h 20m · 1,911 mi
View LYS to AMM flights →
Leg 2
AMM → MED
1h 45m · 543 mi
View AMM to MED flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Madinah?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Madinah (MED) takes approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 2,413 miles (3,884 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Madinah?

Just Transavia France.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Madinah?

Yes. 1 airline: Transavia France.

How far is Lyon from Madinah?

The flight distance from Lyon to Madinah is 2,413 miles (3,884 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Madinah?

Madinah is 1 hour ahead of Lyon. (Europe/Paris vs Asia/Riyadh.)

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Madinah?

At 5h 25m, 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 Saudi Arabia?

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

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

Roughly 408 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,040 km.

Is the return flight from Madinah 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 Madinah?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. 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.