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

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Nantes to Lyon: Alternative routes

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

Nantes to Lyon: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$108
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 13 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Nantes to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nantes to Lyon is $108. 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 13 minutes is the average flight time from Nantes to Lyon.
easyJet, HOP! and Air France fly direct from Nantes to Lyon.
As of June 2025, there are 26 flights per week flying from Nantes to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Nantes to Lyon is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nantes Airport to Lyon Airport on Monday, 1 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 13 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.

Travelling from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

  • Nantes and Lyon are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Flights from NTE to LYS start at 06:15 — the first with Volotea. The latest departure is at 22:55 with easyJet. In total, you can take your pick of 241 weekly Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your NTE to LYS flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • A range of airlines operate direct flights from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, so getting to Lyon (and then seeing more parts of France!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air France on this route.

  • With 79.63% of services arriving as planned, Air France is the most punctual carrier operating NTE to LYS flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between NTE and LYS:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

    • Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is $53. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $108. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from NTE to LYS, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from NTE to LYS.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.

Handy information about Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)

  • 75.49% of flights taking off from Nantes Atlantique Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Nantes Atlantique Airport from central Nantes, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to NTE:

Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

  • From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Lyon. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from NTE to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of France

  • You've seen Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its leading attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Marseille is another essential stop in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

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