Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône to Frankfurt am Main (LYS–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LYS–FRA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Lufthansa and Air Dolomiti lead the route. The flight covers 338 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 82 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH Lufthansa Also: AC, AI, ET, LO, NH, SQ, WY | 20 | 319, 32A, 32N | 1h25 | – | – | AC, AI, ET, LO, NH, SQ, WY |
| EN Air Dolomiti | 7 | E95 | 1h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône
| Metric | LYS→FRA | GVA→FRA | TRN→FRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LYS | – | 60 mi | 129 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 9 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 100 | 100 | 36 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 15m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
LYS: CEST · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, it's 6:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Both France and Germany are EU and Schengen member states. French citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Germany without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or French national ID card is sufficient for entry.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
LYS–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LYS to FRA
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Dolomiti and Lufthansa. With 100 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LYS to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LYS to FRA ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 338 miles (544 km). There are approximately 100 weekly flights outbound and 67 return, totaling 167 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
82 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ORK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Geneva (GVA) and Caselle Torinese (TO) (TRN).