Journey information
Overview: Barcelona to Lyon flight
Flights from Barcelona to Lyon depart on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 531 km distance in 1h 25m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 531 km |
Average flight duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Flights per day 14 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 05:10 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Lyon
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£307
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Flights per day
35
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Lyon will cost around £307 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £70.
Of the 35 flights that leave Barcelona for Lyon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 531 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
U27137
VY1220
IB5248
AF1349 · AF7368
AF1649 · AF7370
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IB5248
VY1222
IB5250
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Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 531 km
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5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Lyon flight times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Lyon flights for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1649+ 5124 | On time 14:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h55 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1649+ 9844 | On time 14:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h55 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1649 · AF7370 | 14:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h25 | 21:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1249+ 9844 | On time 15:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h00 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1249+ 5124 | On time 15:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h00 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1249 · AF7370 | 15:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h30 | 21:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1249 · AF7362 | 15:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 17h30 | 08:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1549 · AF7362 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h35 | 08:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1549 · AF7360 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 17h10 | 10:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1549 · AF7370 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h35 | 21:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1049 · AF7360 | 19:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h45 | 10:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1049 · AF7362 | 19:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h10 | 08:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
IB5250 | 20:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 21:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1222 | 20:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 21:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
AF1449+ 5026 | On time 05:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h00 | 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1449 · AF7360 | 05:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h05 | 10:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1449+ 9812 | On time 05:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h00 | 11:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1449+ 9830 | On time 05:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h00 | 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
VY1220 | 05:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 06:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5248 | 05:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 06:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY8242+ 9826 | On time 06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h00 | 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
IB426 · IB1179 | 06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h55 | 10:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
VY8242+ 9830 | On time 06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h00 | 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
VY8242+ 5026 | On time 06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h00 | 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1149 · AF7364 | 08:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h10 | 13:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1149 · AF7368 | 08:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h40 | 16:35 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1149+ 5124 | On time 08:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 12h05 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1149+ 9836 | On time 08:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h05 | 19:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1149+ 9844 | On time 08:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 12h05 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1349+ 9836 | On time 11:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h45 | 19:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1349 · AF7368 | 11:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h20 | 16:35 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 change | |
AF1349+ 9844 | On time 11:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h45 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
AF1349+ 5124 | On time 11:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h45 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Barcelona to Lyon Flights: An Overview
Lyon, the third largest city in France, is a popular destination for visitors keen to experience the city's renowned dining scene and its rich Roman heritage. For gourmet vacationers and business travelers from Spain, direct flights from Barcelona to Lyon offer an attractive and fast alternative to rail travel to central France. Flights to Lyon are available seven days a week, with a choice of budget airlines. Journey times to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport are around one hour and 30 minutes, with morning, afternoon and evening departures available. Numerous additional daily indirect flights offer alternative travel options, with one change en route, usually at Paris.
Which airlines fly from Barcelona to Lyon?
Spanish budget airline vueling and UK low-cost operator easyJet both provide daily direct flights from Barcelona to Lyon. Daily indirect flights to the French city from Barcelona include Air France services via Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, Lufthansa connections via Frankfurt-Am-Main, Iberia flights via Madrid Barajas Airport, and vueling services via Rome Fiumicino.
How long is the flight from Barcelona to Lyon?
Budget operator vueling offers the fastest journey time for flights from Barcelona to Lyon, taking one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 531 kilometer route north-east to the French city. easyJet direct flights on the same route take five minutes longer to complete the trip from Barcelona. The fastest indirect connection between the Catalan capital and Lyon is the early evening Air France connection via Paris Charles De Gaulle, taking four hours and 25 minutes total journey time. Other indirect flights can take from five to eight hours depending on the route and layover time between connections.
How many flights are there from Barcelona to Lyon?
The easyJet budget airline schedule offers three direct flights from Barcelona to Lyon on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays, two flights on Thursdays and one service on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Spanish budget airline vueling has one daily direct flight to Lyon seven days a week, with a mid morning departure time. There are also 16-20 daily indirect flights to Lyon from Barcelona with one change required in transit, with departure times ranging from early morning throughout the day until mid evening.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Barcelona to Lyon?
Departure Airport: Barcelona El Prat Airport is situated about 12 kilometers south-west of Barcelona city center, with public transport links on metro line L9 Sud or express shuttle buses, taking around 30 minutes to reach the airport from downtown. Facilities at the terminal include long and short stay parking lots, a designer shopping mall, Spanish and international restaurants, cafe-bars, business lounges, children's play areas, book stores and free WiFi.
Arrival Airport: Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located 19 kilometers east of central Lyon, with transfers available by frequent Rhonexpress trams, taking about 30 minutes to reach the city center. The airport terminal has car rental desks, fashion boutiques, duty free shopping, wine and gastronomic specialty stores, business lounges, a pharmacy, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Barcelona to Lyon flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Lyon by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Barcelona to Lyon generally leave from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 14.5 km away from Barcelona city centre and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 25.9 km from Lyon city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Lyon
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and brands like Zara and Desigual.
- Parking available with several options including long-term and short-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Buses: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17
- Metro: L9 Sud
- Train: R2 Nord
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in terminals 1 and 2, including duty-free and fashion.
- Parking available near terminals, approximately 4€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in terminal 1, including Lyon Lounge.
- Located in terminal 1, ground floor.
- Bus: 47, 48, 175
- Tram: Rhônexpress
- Train: TGV
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