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$82+ Cheap flights from Lyon (LYS) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — ATH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in June or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Lyon to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lyon (LYS) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$110
(Transavia)

One-way from

$82
(Transavia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$152

Good round-trip deal

$163 or less

Good one-way deal

$90 or less
From Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Cheapest flights from Lyon to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lyon to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Transavia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Transavia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:50 amLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 45mTransavia France
Wed 10/1510:45 amATH - LYS
Nonstop3h 00mTransavia France
Deal found 6/12$110
This easyJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure easyJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:35 amLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 45measyJet
Thu 7/311:20 amATH - LYS
Nonstop3h 05measyJet
Deal found 6/10$121
This Connections by easyJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Connections by easyJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/294:20 pmLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/116:20 pmATH - LYS
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$153
This Volotea deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volotea is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1912:05 pmLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 50mVolotea
Tue 6/2410:35 amATH - LYS
Nonstop3h 00mVolotea
Deal found 6/11$154
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/185:30 pmLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 40mAegean Airlines
Wed 7/22:40 pmATH - LYS
Nonstop3h 00mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/10$187
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:10 amLYS - ATH
1 stop4h 45mAir Serbia
Fri 10/314:30 amATH - LYS
1 stop5h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 6/10$201
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:55 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop4h 45mAustrian Airlines
Thu 9/251:35 pmATH - LYS
1 stop4h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$210
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:35 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop5h 35mLufthansa
Thu 9/186:00 amATH - LYS
1 stop7h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$228
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/201:10 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop19h 55mBrussels Airlines
Sat 6/2811:05 amATH - LYS
1 stop26h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lyon to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lyon to Athens that are best for you.

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Athens

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Depart

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Price

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/9

11:35 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$110

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 9/3

6:15 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/10

10:45 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$116

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/29

4:20 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/11

6:20 pm-2:30 am

1 stop9h 10m

$153

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/16

10:35 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$157

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 10/17

9:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/31

4:30 am-8:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

$201

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/18

5:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/2

1:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$210

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 6/28

1:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 7/5

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$211

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 9/6

5:50 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$82

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 9/7

7:15 am-11:00 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$88

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 6/24

7:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$98

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Best time to book a flight from Lyon to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Lyon with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Lyon to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lyon to Athens. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Lyon to Athens, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Lyon to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,284). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LYS to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Lyon to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lyon to Athens at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 61% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, KLM and LOT from Lyon to Athens. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Lyon to Athens?

    Booking a flight from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is your only option if you wish to fly from Lyon to Athens. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Eleftherios V., all of which are around 2h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens.

  • How popular is this Lyon to Athens flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V..

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lyon to Athens round-trip?

    Currently priced at $110, Transavia France will fly you from Lyon to Athens and back. In addition to Transavia France, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from easyJet and Volotea - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $121 and $157, respectively. Transavia France is priced at 48% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lyon to Athens one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Transavia France, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $82. easyJet flights start at $88 while deals on Volotea start at $103 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lyon to Athens?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Lyon to Athens on time: Transavia France (63%), Volotea (36%), Aegean Airlines (36%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lyon to Athens?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $65. While the most popular route (Lyon-Saint Exupéry - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for $148 on average our data indicates $208 when flying from Lyon to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lyon to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lyon to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lyon to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lyon to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lyon to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lyon to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Lyon to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,284). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VoloteaCheapest$86Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
easyJetCheapest$90Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$152Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%

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