Direct (nonstop) flights from Rabat to Lyon

1 airline flys nonstop from Sale (RBA) to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS). It's 1,020 miles (1,641 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by easyJet.

RBA
Sale
🇲🇦 Rabat, Morocco
LYS
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport
🇫🇷 Lyon, France
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,020 mi
1,641 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
easyJet
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
RBA → LYS
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,020 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rabat to Lyon with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

RBA SVQ (Sevilla) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 5m (238 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (805 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RBA → SVQ
1h 5m · 238 mi
View RBA to SVQ flights →
Leg 2
SVQ → LYS
2h 10m · 805 mi
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RBA TLS (Toulouse) LYS
Leg 1: 2h 15m (792 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RBA → TLS
2h 15m · 792 mi
View RBA to TLS flights →
Leg 2
TLS → LYS
1h · 232 mi
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RBA AGP (Malaga) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 5m (222 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (798 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RBA → AGP
1h 5m · 222 mi
View RBA to AGP flights →
Leg 2
AGP → LYS
2h 15m · 798 mi
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RBA MRS (Marseille) LYS
Leg 1: 2h 25m (914 mi) Leg 2: 55m (157 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RBA → MRS
2h 25m · 914 mi
View RBA to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → LYS
55m · 157 mi
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RBA VLC (Valencia) LYS
Leg 1: 1h 40m (512 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (514 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RBA → VLC
1h 40m · 512 mi
View RBA to VLC flights →
Leg 2
VLC → LYS
1h 45m · 514 mi
View VLC to LYS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Rabat to Lyon?

A nonstop flight from Rabat (RBA) to Lyon (LYS) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,020 miles (1,641 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rabat to Lyon?

Just easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rabat to Lyon?

Yes. 1 airline: easyJet.

How far is Rabat from Lyon?

The flight distance from Rabat to Lyon is 1,020 miles (1,641 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Rabat and Lyon?

Lyon is 1 hour ahead of Rabat. (Africa/Casablanca vs Europe/Paris.)

What type of aircraft flies from Rabat to Lyon?

At 2h 40m, 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 Morocco 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 Rabat to Lyon?

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

Is the return flight from Lyon to Rabat 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 Rabat to Lyon?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sale for this flight?

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