Direct (nonstop) flights from Reykjavik to Lyon

1 airline flys nonstop from Keflavík International Airport (KEF) to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS). It's 1,652 miles (2,659 km), about 3h 50m in the air. Operated by easyJet.

KEF
Keflavík International Airport
🇮🇸 Reykjavik, Iceland
LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,652 mi
2,659 km
CO₂/pax
279 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
easyJet
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
KEF → LYS
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,652 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Reykjavik to Lyon with one stop · direct emits 279 kg CO₂ per passenger

KEF GVA (Geneva) LYS
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,647 mi) Leg 2: 45m (60 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KEF → GVA
3h 45m · 1,647 mi
View KEF to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → LYS
45m · 60 mi
View GVA to LYS flights →
KEF CDG (Paris) LYS
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,397 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (255 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KEF → CDG
3h 25m · 1,397 mi
View KEF to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → LYS
1h 10m · 255 mi
View CDG to LYS flights →
KEF EDI (Edinburgh) LYS
Leg 1: 2h 20m (864 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (796 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 332 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KEF → EDI
2h 20m · 864 mi
View KEF to EDI flights →
Leg 2
EDI → LYS
2h 15m · 796 mi
View EDI to LYS flights →
KEF BRS (Bristol) LYS
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,133 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (529 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KEF → BRS
2h 55m · 1,133 mi
View KEF to BRS flights →
Leg 2
BRS → LYS
1h 40m · 529 mi
View BRS to LYS flights →
KEF MAN (Manchester) LYS
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,030 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (622 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KEF → MAN
2h 40m · 1,030 mi
View KEF to MAN flights →
Leg 2
MAN → LYS
1h 58m · 622 mi
View MAN to LYS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Reykjavik to Lyon?

A nonstop flight from Reykjavik (KEF) to Lyon (LYS) takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,652 miles (2,659 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Reykjavik to Lyon?

Just easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Reykjavik to Lyon?

Yes. 1 airline: easyJet.

How far is Reykjavik from Lyon?

The flight distance from Reykjavik to Lyon is 1,652 miles (2,659 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Reykjavik and Lyon?

Lyon is 2 hours ahead of Reykjavik. (Atlantic/Reykjavik vs Europe/Paris.)

What type of aircraft flies from Reykjavik to Lyon?

At 3h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Iceland to France?

Depends on your passport. Check with the France embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Reykjavik to Lyon?

Roughly 279 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,395 km.

Is the return flight from Lyon to Reykjavik also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to Lyon?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Keflavík International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.