Lyon LYS to Nice NCE flight with Air France

Cheap plane tickets from Lyon to Nice can start from as little as £132 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Lyon to Nice is £275; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by plane from Lyon to Nice is 1h 0m to travel the 297 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest flight from Lyon to Nice leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.

The latest flight from Lyon to Nice leaves at 22:20.

There are 14 flights a day from Lyon to Nice which require at least one change with Air France. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.

When taking a flight from Lyon to Nice, you can count on Air France for the best way to get you to Nice. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Lyon and Nice and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.

Flights from Lyon to Nice generally leave from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport .Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 2 km away from Lyon city centre and Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is 6 km from Nice city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Lyon to Nice is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Nice including taking a train, coach and flight.

Since both Lyon and Nice are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

There is no time difference between Lyon and Nice .

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.