Direct (nonstop) flights from Lyon to Tunis

3 airlines fly nonstop from Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Tunis–Carthage International Airport (TUN). It's 667 miles (1,074 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Nouvelair Tunisie, Transavia France, Tunisair.

LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
TUN
Tunis–Carthage International Airport
🇹🇳 Tunis, Tunisia
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
667 mi
1,074 km
CO₂/pax
124 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Nouvelair Tunisie +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Nouvelair Tunisie Nouvelair Tunisie Transavia France Transavia France Tunisair Tunisair

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nouvelair Tunisie BJ Nouvelair Tunisie
Route
LYS → TUN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
667 mi
Transavia France TO Transavia France
Route
LYS → TUN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
667 mi
Tunisair TU Tunisair
Route
LYS → TUN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
667 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lyon to Tunis with one stop · direct emits 124 kg CO₂ per passenger

LYS MRS (Marseille) TUN
Leg 1: 55m (157 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (526 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MRS
55m · 157 mi
View LYS to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → TUN
1h 40m · 526 mi
View MRS to TUN flights →
LYS NCE (Nice) TUN
Leg 1: 1h (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (496 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → NCE
1h · 176 mi
View LYS to NCE flights →
Leg 2
NCE → TUN
1h 35m · 496 mi
View NCE to TUN flights →
LYS GVA (Geneva) TUN
Leg 1: 45m (60 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (681 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → GVA
45m · 60 mi
View LYS to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → TUN
1h 55m · 681 mi
View GVA to TUN flights →
LYS MXP (Milan) TUN
Leg 1: 1h (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (611 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → MXP
1h · 176 mi
View LYS to MXP flights →
Leg 2
MXP → TUN
1h 50m · 611 mi
View MXP to TUN flights →
LYS FCO (Rome) TUN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (449 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (358 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LYS → FCO
1h 35m · 449 mi
View LYS to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → TUN
1h 20m · 358 mi
View FCO to TUN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lyon to Tunis?

A nonstop flight from Lyon (LYS) to Tunis (TUN) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 667 miles (1,074 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lyon to Tunis?

3 airlines: Nouvelair Tunisie, Transavia France, Tunisair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lyon to Tunis?

Yes. 3 airlines: Nouvelair Tunisie, Transavia France, Tunisair.

How far is Lyon from Tunis?

The flight distance from Lyon to Tunis is 667 miles (1,074 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Tunis?

Tunis is 1 hour ahead of Lyon. (Europe/Paris vs Africa/Tunis.)

What type of aircraft flies from Lyon to Tunis?

At 1h 55m, 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 Tunisia?

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

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

Roughly 124 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 620 km.

Is the return flight from Tunis 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 Tunis?

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.