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Cheapest round-trip
$179
Typical prices: $225-$348
easyJet
Mon 1/15Wed 1/17
AMS - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$195
Typical prices: $224-$351
KLM
Wed 12/5Fri 12/7
AMS - LYS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with KLM. Average duration is 1h 32m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $253 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Lyon (AMS-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Amsterdam to Lyon

Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 17
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7:00 am - 4:40 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
9h 40m1 stop Venice Marco Polo
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2:50 pm - 10:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
7h 30m1 stop Venice Marco Polo
$179easyJet
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:55 pm - 11:35 amAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 40m1 stop London Luton
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2:05 pm - 8:25 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
6h 20m1 stop London Luton
$182easyJet
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 16
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7:00 am - 4:40 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
9h 40m1 stop Venice Marco Polo
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11:30 am - 10:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 30m1 stop London Luton
$183easyJet
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:05 pm - 1:55 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 50m1 stop London Luton
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12:05 pm - 10:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
9h 55m1 stop London Luton
$184easyJet
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:45 pm - 10:15 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
1h 30mnonstop
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9:40 am - 11:20 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 40mnonstop
$195KLM
Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 5
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7:30 am - 9:05 amAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
1h 35mnonstop
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6:20 am - 8:00 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 40mnonstop
$195KLM
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:30 am - 9:05 amAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
1h 35mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 8:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 45mnonstop
$195KLM
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:55 pm - 10:25 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
1h 30mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 8:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 45mnonstop
$196Air France
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:55 pm - 10:15 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
4h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:15 am - 7:55 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 40mnonstop
$214Air France
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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8:55 pm - 10:25 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
1h 30mnonstop
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2:40 pm - 6:35 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
3h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$228Air France
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Price, demand and travel trends for Amsterdam to Lyon flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Amsterdam to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Lyon typically range from $225 to $348. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $179, on easyJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon at $225 round-trip.
•March ($345) and June ($314) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Amsterdam to Lyon the cheapest?

Flights from Amsterdam to Lyon are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Amsterdam to Lyon

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on KLM and Air France

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Amsterdam to Lyon flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$112
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Amsterdam to Lyon

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Your Amsterdam to Lyon flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Amsterdam to Lyon:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:20 am and lands at 8:52 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:15 pm and lands at 10:47 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 32m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Amsterdam to Lyon.

  • How long is a flight from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Amsterdam to Lyon takes 1h 32m, covering 455 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Amsterdam to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Lyon range from $225 to $348, with an average of $277 over the past 12 months. Anything below $225 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Amsterdam to Lyon flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $277 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $253 round-trip via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), compared to $275 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $39–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by KLM and Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Amsterdam to Lyon spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Amsterdam to Lyon flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Amsterdam to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Amsterdam to Lyon are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Ok Mobility
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Flights from Amsterdam to Lyon usually depart from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Amsterdam to Lyon route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 39m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Amsterdam to Lyon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Amsterdam to Lyon most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • London Luton (LTN) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Amsterdam to Lyon. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $258 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $314, a difference of $56.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Only KLM operates flights between Amsterdam and Lyon.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Amsterdam to Lyon?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 12m, compared with 4h 26m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 5h 39m via London Luton (LTN).

  • What popular places can I visit in Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Centre de congrès de Lyon, Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Place des Terreaux. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Amsterdam to Lyon flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Garuda Indonesia: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Amsterdam to Lyon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $258, about $56 less than Tuesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Amsterdam to Lyon trip for November. Fares historically average $225 round-trip in that month - typically $120 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air France. Over the past three months, 88% of Air France flights from Amsterdam to Lyon arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 39m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $253 round-trip on this route - about $22 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam to Lyon?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Monday

KLM

KLM

Tuesday

KLM

KLM

Wednesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

KLM

Friday

KLM

KLM

Saturday

KLM

KLM

Sunday

KLM

KLM

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Direct returns

Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

KLM

KLM

Tuesday

KLM

KLM

Wednesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

KLM

Friday

KLM

KLM

Saturday

KLM

KLM

Sunday

KLM

KLM

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