- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
Flights from Lyon to Venice depart on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 583 km distance in 1h 15m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 583 km |
Average flight duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Flights per day 29 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 0:10 |
Last flight 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£88
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£327
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
2 h 33 m
Flights on 07 Sept
42
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Venice will cost around £327 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £88.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 42 flights from Lyon to Venice, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 583 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 35 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.
U24353
AF7367 · AF1326
AF7367 · AF1526
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U24553
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U24553
V71593
U24353
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LH9456
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LH9458Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £156.
Distance: 583 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price | £105 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Venice:
A coach is £62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Venice costing on average £112.
A coach is £106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Venice costing on average £156.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 35m.
Coach takes on average 10h 23m.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Venice flights for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1079 · LH332 | 18:50 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h50 | 22:40 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
9852+ AF1726 | 5:50 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h30 | 13:20 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
9852+ AF1226 | 5:50 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h10 | 18:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
9852+ LX639+ LX1664 | 5:50 Lyon Part Dieu | 13h00 | 18:50 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2 changes | |
AF7371 · AF1426 | 6:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h50 | 11:50 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AF7371 · AF1726 | 6:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h20 | 13:20 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
KL1426 · KL1633 | 6:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h40 | 16:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
KL1426 · KL1629 | 6:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h25 | 10:55 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH1083 · LH98+ LH9456 | 6:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h50 | 12:45 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2 changes | |
5156+ AF1226 | 7:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h30 | 18:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
5156+ U24553 | 7:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 13h30 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
5156+ AF1526 | 7:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h45 | 20:15 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
12554+ AF1326 | 8:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 13h43 | 22:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
9854+ U24553 | 8:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h33 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
12554+ U24553 | 8:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h33 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
EW9413 · EW9810 | 8:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h05 | 13:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH2247+ LH9456 | 9:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h15 | 12:45 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH2247+ EN8202 | 9:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h15 | 12:45 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH2247+ EN8204 | 9:30 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h05 | 16:35 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
KL1428 · KL1633 | 9:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h15 | 16:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AF7363 · AF1226 | 10:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h40 | 18:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH5673+ LH328 | 10:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h55 | 17:40 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH5673+ LH108+ LH9458 | 10:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h50 | 16:35 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2 changes | |
EN8911+ LH328 | 10:45 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h55 | 17:40 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
9862+ U24553 | 11:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h00 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
12562+ U24553 | 11:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h00 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
12562+ AF1326 | 11:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 11h10 | 22:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AF7365 · AF1226 | 11:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h40 | 18:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AF7365 · AF1526 | 11:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h55 | 20:15 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH2249+ LH9458 | 13:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h35 | 16:35 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH2249+ EN8204 | 13:00 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 3h35 | 16:35 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
U24353 | 13:55 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h20 | 15:15 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
12566+ AF1326 | 14:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 8h10 | 22:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
9866+ U24553 | 14:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h00 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
12566+ U24553 | 14:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h00 | 21:00 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH1077 · LH330 | 14:20 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h10 | 18:30 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AF7367 · AF1326 | 14:40 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h30 | 22:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AF7367 · AF1526 | 14:40 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h35 | 20:15 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
V71593 | 15:05 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1h20 | 16:25 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
This museum displays Peggy Guggenheim’s modern art collection, with works by Picasso, Pollock and Kandinsky in her former home.
A restored customs house at Punta della Dogana presenting contemporary art exhibitions in a dramatic waterside setting.
Venice’s principal square is framed by arcades, monumental buildings and landmark views, making it the city’s ceremonial and social heart.
A small island famed for colourful houses and peaceful canals, popular for photography and a slower pace beyond central Venice.
This lively district offers bars, canals, artisan corners and a more local rhythm, especially around Campo Santa Margherita and its side streets.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A Venetian bacari staple linked to the city’s historic trade routes.
Sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts and raisins. This sweet-sour lagoon dish reflects Venice’s long tradition of preserving fish.
Small Venetian tapas served in bàcari, from crostini to seafood bites. They are central to local social eating and aperitivo culture.
Refined restaurant serving seasonal Venetian cuisine with a modern touch. Elegant but relaxed, with strong attention to lagoon ingredients.
Historic, lively bàcaro known for classic cicchetti and sandwiches. Expect a bustling, standing-room atmosphere near the Rialto market.
Well-known fine-dining restaurant with a creative tasting menu rooted in Venetian flavours. Intimate setting focused on seafood and local produce.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in the centre and vaporetto fares adding up for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
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Venice Marco Polo Airport -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
It's easy to fly from Lyon to Venice, with a wide variety of departures available whenever travelers need to make the journey. As the two cities are only around 580 kilometers apart, flights from Lyon to Venice won't take long. In fact, direct services take one hour 15 minutes at most, while services with a single change can take as little as three hours 35 minutes. Travelers can expect regular departures as well, with one to two direct weekday flights to Venice, and a couple of options on Sundays. When direct flights can't be booked, expect a choice of between five and seven indirect journeys with durations of five hours or less.
A couple of reliable airlines make the journey from Lyon to Venice without requiring a stop along the way. One option is to fly with easyJet, which provides a year-round service, and tends to charge very reasonable fares. Volotea also provides direct flights. Although the selection may be more limited, fares will be similarly low. If direct flights aren't an option, indirect flights can be booked with Air France, KLM, and Brussels Airlines. All offer flights from Lyon to Venice with journey times of five hours or less.
Lyon is only about 580 kilometers away from Venice, which means that journeys won't take long by anyone's standards. Travelers should expect direct flights from Lyon to Venice to reach Marco Polo Airport in between one hour 15 minutes and one hour 25 minutes. Volotea flights tend to take 10 minutes longer than easyJet services, in case travelers need to make every second count. Indirect flights will be slower, but can take as little as three hours 35 minutes. The quickest indirect flights will generally travel via Paris, Amsterdam, or Brussels.
There aren't many direct flights from Lyon to Venice, but flights depart all year-round, and almost every day of the year as well. Travelers can expect one to two direct options from Monday to Friday, as well as a couple of budget fares on Sundays. Saturday tends to offer fewer direct flights, but travelers can still choose viable services with a single stop. In fact, there will be between five and seven flights every day which take between three hours 35 minutes and five hours - ensuring that passengers can visit Venice on a schedule that suits their needs.
Departure airport: All flights from Lyon to Venice will leave from Lyon St. Exupery Airport (LYS). Trams run straight from the center of Lyon to the departure terminals, running every 15 minutes during the day from Part-Dieu Station. If travelers prefer to drive, parking is readily available at the airport, with five separate lots, and special facilities for electric cars. Dining, shopping, relaxing, and working are all possible inside the airport, where travelers benefit from free WiFi throughout the terminal.
Arrival airport: Flights to Venice from Lyon will touch down at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). From there, passengers can transfer to Venice via express trains, which take 25-35 minutes. Buses also run to Piazzale Roma, where travelers can board water taxis to the main island. And car rental is available on-site. Just head to the third floor of the P1 parking lot to find a variety of leading rental companies.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Venice flights use the Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Venice airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals 1 and 2.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Venice Marco Polo Airport is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venice Marco Polo Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Venice Marco Polo Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venice Marco Polo Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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