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Flight deals from Lyon to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,146. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.R 636 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 636, select.

Athens.R 693 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 693, select.

Athens.R 740 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 740, select.

Athens.R 753 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound direct flight with Volotea departs from Lyon on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 753, select.

Athens.R 843 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 843, select.

Athens.R 843 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 843, select.

Athens.R 843 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 843, select.

Athens.R 843 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 843, select.

Athens.R 902 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound direct flight with Volotea departs from Lyon on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 902, select.

Athens.R 908 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound direct flight with Volotea departs from Lyon on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 908, select.

Athens.R 946 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Lyon on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 946, select.

Athens.R 1,229 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Lyon on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,229, select.

Athens.R 1,598 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound direct flight with Volotea departs from Lyon on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,598, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Lyon to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lyon to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Athens International

20km from central Athens

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Lyon to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 638
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	easyJet
Average flights per week	20

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Lyon to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Athens International is R 1,416. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Lyon to Athens International?

2 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Athens International.

Which airlines fly direct from Lyon to Athens International?

easyJet, Volotea and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Lyon to Athens International.

How many flights are there a week from Lyon to Athens International?

As of June 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Lyon to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Athens International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Lyon Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lyon.
There are ten Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport flights each week.
Your LYS to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport. Fly nonstop to Athens with these top carriers and discover this incredible part of Greece:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is easyJet.
With an impressive 80.0% of services arriving as scheduled, easyJet has the best on-time performance for LYS to ATH flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LYS and ATH:
- Rome Fiumicino Airport
- Munich Airport
- Nice Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

R 638 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,420. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book three months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LYS to ATH.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LYS to ATH.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)

79% of flights taking off from Lyon Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Lyon Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LYS:

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

Consider staying in a hotel near ATH if you have a late Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Athens International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Athens in March.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to ATH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

Athens is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Larisa is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without visiting Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.