MAD to LYS Turbulence Forecast
Is the Madrid to Lyon flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for MAD–LYS
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About the MAD–LYS route
The Madrid to Lyon route is a short European hop covering just 781 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 37,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.
The route is served by Air France, Iberia, Vueling on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 781 miles (679 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.
Turbulence levels on MAD–LYS
What to expect at each phase of the flight
SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible
Best time to fly MAD–LYS
Turbulence by month
Best seat on MAD–LYS
Airbus A320 (180 seats)
✓ Wing
Rows 12–19
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
The 2h 10m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.
Leisure traveler · November
Flew Madrid–Lyon in December, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.
Business traveler · December
There was some noticeable movement on descent that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · January
Frequently asked questions
Is the Madrid to Lyon flight turbulent?
The MAD–LYS route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 20/100.
When is turbulence worst on MAD to LYS?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on MAD to LYS?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (180 seats) (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 12–19. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from MAD to LYS?
The MAD to LYS flight takes approximately 2h 10m, covering 781 miles (679 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly MAD to LYS?
The main airlines operating this route are Air France, Iberia, Vueling, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.
Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data
