Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LFLL).
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LFLL / LYS) is a commercial airport with general aviation handling serving Lyon, France, at 821 ft elevation with a longest runway of 4,000 m (13,124 ft). The city centre is 20 km away in a straight line. 2 alternative airports lie within 100 km.
| ICAO / IATA | LFLL / LYS |
|---|---|
| Location | Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, France (45.7260, 5.0901) |
| Elevation | 821 ft (250 m) |
| Longest runway | 17R/35L: 4,000 m / 13,124 ft, ASP |
| Time zone | Europe/Paris |
| Scheduled airline service | Yes |
| City served | Lyon, 20 km |
| Official website | www.lyonaeroports.com |
Which airports are near Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport?
2 airports on this site lie within 100 km, the nearest being Chambéry Aix les Bains airport at 62 km.
| Airport | Codes | Distance | Longest runway | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chambéry Aix les Bains airport | LFLB / CMF | 62 km | 2,020 m | Business aviation |
| Geneva International Airport | LSGG / GVA | 97 km | 3,900 m | Business aviation |
Which routes are flown from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport?
The routes from Lyon with the largest private jet markets at the far end are Geneva, Nice, Zurich.
- Lyon to Geneva: 61 nm, about 0h 25m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Lyon to Nice: 162 nm, about 0h 41m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Lyon to Zurich: 181 nm, about 0h 44m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Lyon to Milan: 184 nm, about 0h 44m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Lyon to Paris: 211 nm, about 0h 48m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Lyon to London: 397 nm, about 1h 18m, empty leg estimated at $1,100–$5,300
- Lyon to Ibiza: 438 nm, about 1h 24m, empty leg estimated at $1,200–$5,800
- Lyon to Basel: 156 nm, about 0h 40m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.
Questions about Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport
Can private jets use Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport?
Yes. Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport has general aviation handling alongside its airline traffic, and its 4,000 m runway takes every aircraft category on this site.
How far is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport from Lyon?
20 km in a straight line from the centre of Lyon, using OurAirports and Wikidata coordinates. Road time depends on traffic.
What is the nearest alternative to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport?
Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (LFLB / CMF), 62 km away. Operators use alternates when weather, slots or opening hours rule out the first choice.
What documents do I need?
A passport for international flights and government photo ID for domestic flights. Visa rules are the same as for airline travel.
Sources
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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