Beautiful sunset view over the Saone River in Lyon, France, showcasing urban townhouses and reflections. — flights from Vienna to Lyon
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Flights from Vienna to Lyon

Nonstop flights from Vienna (VIE) to Lyon (LYS) take about 1h 38m (910 km). AirDolomiti and Austrian Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $164 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Lyon

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Beautiful sunset view over the Saone River in Lyon, France, showcasing urban townhouses and reflections. — arriving in Lyon

Airport transfer

LYS → Lyon, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Vienna →2 lounges at Vienna AirportEarly arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Lyon →10 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Vienna to Lyon

Carriers on VIE–LYS according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ AirDolomitinonstop fare seen✈ Austrian Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Vienna to Lyon fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $164 one-way. With stops: Mar 2027, from $70. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$34224 Oct 2026 · Austrian Airlines$130 · 1 stop26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$3049 Nov 2026 · AirDolomiti$91 · 1 stop10 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1649 Dec 2026 · AirDolomiti$81 · 1 stop14 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$1895 Jan 2027 · AirDolomiti$95 · 1 stop25 Jan 2027
Mar 2027$2714 Mar 2027 · AirDolomiti$70 · 1 stop4 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $70 in March 2027, against $91 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Vienna to Lyon, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Lyon

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France is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Vienna to Lyon flights

How long is the flight from Vienna to Lyon?
A nonstop flight from Vienna (VIE) to Lyon (LYS) takes about 1h 38m, covering 910 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Vienna from Lyon by air?
The great-circle distance between Vienna International Airport and Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport is 910 km (565 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Vienna to Lyon?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the VIE–LYS route include AirDolomiti and Austrian Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Vienna to Lyon cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on VIE–LYS was $164 USD with AirDolomiti (nonstop), departing 9 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Lyon?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in March 2027 were cheapest, from $70 one-way, against $130 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Vienna to Lyon?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $70 with one stop against $164 nonstop, a saving of $94. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Vienna to France?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter France visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Lyon?
France is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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