Direct (nonstop) flights from Nantes to Lyon

3 airlines fly nonstop from Nantes Airport (NTE) to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS). It's 334 miles (537 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Air France, easyJet, Volotea.

NTE
Nantes Airport
🇫🇷 Nantes, France
LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
334 mi
537 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air France +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air France Air France easyJet easyJet Volotea Volotea

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air France AF Air France
Route
NTE → LYS
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
334 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
NTE → LYS
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
334 mi
Volotea V7 Volotea
Route
NTE → LYS
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
334 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nantes to Lyon with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

NTE GVA (Geneva) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 20m (372 mi) Leg 2: 45m (60 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NTE → GVA
1h 20m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
GVA → LYS
45m · 60 mi
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NTE TLS (Toulouse) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (283 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+94% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NTE → TLS
1h 10m · 283 mi
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Leg 2
TLS → LYS
1h · 232 mi
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NTE CDG (Paris) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (231 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (255 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NTE → CDG
1h 10m · 231 mi
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Leg 2
CDG → LYS
1h 10m · 255 mi
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NTE MRS (Marseille) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (419 mi) Leg 2: 55m (157 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NTE → MRS
1h 30m · 419 mi
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Leg 2
MRS → LYS
55m · 157 mi
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NTE NCE (Nice) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 35m (491 mi) Leg 2: 1h (176 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NTE → NCE
1h 35m · 491 mi
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Leg 2
NCE → LYS
1h · 176 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nantes to Lyon?

A nonstop flight from Nantes (NTE) to Lyon (LYS) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 334 miles (537 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nantes to Lyon?

3 airlines: Air France, easyJet, Volotea.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nantes to Lyon?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air France, easyJet, Volotea.

How far is Nantes from Lyon?

The flight distance from Nantes to Lyon is 334 miles (537 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 Nantes to Lyon?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Lyon to Nantes 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 Nantes to Lyon?

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 Nantes Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.