How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Madrid to Lyon take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 912 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Madrid to Lyon

912

Kilometres (km)

567

Miles (mi)

492

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Madrid to Lyon is approximately 912 km. The typical flight time is 1h 34m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Lyon

Grenoble-Isere Airport (GNB)44 km
Chambery-Savoie Airport (CMF)62 km
Annecy-Haute-Savoie-Mont Blanc Airport (NCY)81 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Madrid to Lyon is approximately 912 km (567 miles).