Cheap Flights From Lyon To Amsterdam
Two airports serve Lyon travellers heading west, while Schiphol welcomes arrivals in the Netherlands capital. Flying direct between St Exupery or Lyon Part-Dieu Railway Station to Amsterdam takes less time than a train journey through three countries. The route offers connections throughout the year with multiple carriers operating regular services.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wizz Air UKW9 | with a stop | — | 5 Dec 2026 | from $90 | Search 5 Dec 2026 |
 EasyjetU2 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 11 Dec 2026 | from $101 | Search 11 Dec 2026 |
 VoloteaV7 | with a stop | — | 11 Dec 2026 | from $104 | Search 11 Dec 2026 |
 Transavia FranceTO | with a stop | — | 6 Mar 2027 | from $116 | Search 6 Mar 2027 |
 Vueling AirlinesVY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.5 | 19 Dec 2026 | from $129 | Search 19 Dec 2026 |
 Norwegian InternationalD8 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 23 Jan 2027 | from $133 | Search 23 Jan 2027 |
 KLM Royal Dutch AirlinesKL | direct | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 19 Dec 2026 | from $134 | Search 19 Dec 2026 |
 Air NostrumYW | with a stop | — | 14 Nov 2026 | from $150 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 KLM CityhopperWA | direct | — | 21 Nov 2026 | from $155 | Search 21 Nov 2026 |
 BA EuroFlyerA0 | with a stop | — | 4 Jan 2027 | from $202 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: February — from $126.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $227 | 7 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $129 | 19 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $186 | 5 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $126 | 28 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $161 | 26 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $145 | 5 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $189 | 17 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $211 | 26 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $169 | 1 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $232 | 5 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $197 | 17 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Lyon | St Exupery LYS | 18 km |
| Lyon | Lyon Part-Dieu Railway Station XYD | 0 km |
| Amsterdam | Schiphol AMS | 12 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
September stands as the most affordable month for this connection, when summer crowds have dispersed but pleasant weather remains. School holidays in France and the Netherlands typically lift prices during July, August, and December periods around Christmas. Booking two months ahead usually secures better fares than last-minute purchases on this popular business and leisure route.
Airlines and what to expect
Full-service carriers like KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Air France include checked luggage and meals in their base fare, while low-cost operators such as Easyjet and Volotea charge separately for extras. Norwegian International offers transatlantic expertise alongside European routes, though pricing structures differ from legacy carriers. Transavia France operates as a budget subsidiary within the Air France-KLM group, balancing competitive prices with some included amenities.
Arriving — Amsterdam
Schiphol is one of Europe's busiest hubs, meaning longer walks between terminals and more time needed for connections or transfers. The airport sits approximately twenty kilometres from Amsterdam centre, reachable by train in under forty minutes without stops. Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal helps plan onward journeys before landing, especially useful when navigating unfamiliar public transport systems.
Before you go: Netherlands
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- Dutch
- Emergency number
- 112
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +31
- Internet domain
- .nl
- Population of Amsterdam
- 921 k (2023)
- Time zone
- UTC+01 (Europe/Amsterdam)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Choose between St Exupery and Lyon Part-Dieu Railway Station based on your local transportation options and arrival time allowances.
- Verify baggage allowances with low-cost carriers since checked bags cost extra beyond hand luggage limits.
- Allow additional connection time when booking separate tickets for multi-leg journeys rather than single reservations.
- Ensure passport validity meets Netherlands entry requirements, especially important during peak travel seasons.
- Consider September flights for better value while avoiding summer price surges and winter holiday periods.
Frequently asked questions
Lyon – Amsterdam: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $126. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Lyon – Amsterdam: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Wizz Air UK, Easyjet, Volotea, Transavia France, Vueling Airlines, Norwegian International, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air Nostrum, KLM Cityhopper, BA EuroFlyer.
Lyon – Amsterdam: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Amsterdam?
The distance is about 736 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 21 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Lyon – Amsterdam?
Lyon: St Exupery (LYS), Lyon Part-Dieu Railway Station (XYD). Amsterdam: Schiphol (AMS).
What is the time difference between Lyon and Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is in the same time zone as Lyon.
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Amsterdam — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Lyon / Amsterdam that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva → Amsterdam | 112 km from Lyon | direct | 12 Dec 2026 | from $52 |