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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $120. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Madrid to Lyon

Madrid to Lyon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Lyon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lyon.

Madrid to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$72
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week127

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Madrid to Lyon is $72. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Lyon.
Qatar Airways, Vueling Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Madrid to Lyon.
There are 127 flights per week flying from Madrid to Lyon, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Lyon is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lyon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Traveling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Madrid and Lyon are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Flights from MAD to LYS start from 08:35 — the first with Volotea. The last departure is at 21:55 with Iberia. In total, you can take your pick of 25 weekly Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport flights.

  • Your MAD to LYS flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • With direct flights from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Lyon (and then other corners of France) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:

  • The majority of travelers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.

  • With a reliable 94.12% of services arriving as planned, easyJet has the best on-time record for MAD to LYS flights.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MAD and LYS include:

    • Barcelona Airport

    • Palma - Majorca Airport

    • Marseille Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lyon Airport (LYS)

  • Right now, $33 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $72. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from MAD to LYS, book your trip five months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAD to LYS.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport.

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)

Getting from Lyon Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

  • Lyon Airport to the center of Lyon has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometers away.

  • It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your flight from Madrid Airport to Lyon Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.

Explore more of France

  • Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lyon. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-west, its best attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.

  • Around 274 kilometers south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.

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