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 Paris to Lyon take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 412 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: Paris to Lyon

412

Kilometres (km)

256

Miles (mi)

222

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Paris to Lyon is approximately 412 km. The typical flight time is 59m.

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 Paris

Paris-Le Bourget Airport (LBG)9 km
Paris-Orly Airport (ORY)35 km
Paris Beauvais Tille Airport (BVA)58 km

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 Paris to Lyon is approximately 412 km (256 miles).