Lyon to Chania flights
Direct and connecting flights from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chania International Airport (CHQ) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Lyon to Chania take?
Flight time from Lyon (LYS) to Chania (CHQ) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Lyon to Chania?
Airline availability for LYS to CHQ changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Chania?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LYS to CHQ varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- EJU5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Transavia France5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| EJU | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Transavia France | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LYS → CHQ
LYS to CHQ is a medium-haul route of 1,960 km (1,218 mi). See the return CHQ → LYS route.
Alternative airports near Lyon: Lyon (LYN) — 11 km, Grenoble (GNB) — 44 km, Chambery (CMF) — 62 km.
Alternative airports near Chania: Heraklion (HER) — 96 km.