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$57+ 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — ATH
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in June or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$132
(easyJet)

One-way from

$57
(Volotea)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$303
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lyon-Saint Exupéry-Athens Eleftherios V. flight deals.
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From Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V.
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 December 18, 2024.

This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/277:00 amLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 50mAegean Airlines
Mon 12/306:55 pmATH - LYS
Nonstop3h 00mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/17$320
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/212:45 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop9h 00mLufthansa
Tue 12/245:15 pmATH - LYS
1 stop6h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$362
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/2111:50 amLYS - ATH
1 stop22h 25mBrussels Airlines
Sun 12/2912:05 pmATH - LYS
1 stop24h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 12/17$365
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/219:55 amLYS - ATH
1 stop4h 50mAir Serbia
Sun 12/224:30 amATH - LYS
1 stop16h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 12/17$379
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/2212:50 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop22h 50mAustrian Airlines
Sun 12/291:25 pmATH - LYS
1 stop23h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/17$411
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/2712:50 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:00 amATH - LYS
1 stop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$415
This TravelFusion deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 TravelFusion is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/239:20 pmLYS - ATH
Nonstop2h 50mVolotea
Mon 12/306:55 pmATH - LYS
Nonstop3h 00mVolotea
Deal found 12/17$460
This Pegasus Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Pegasus Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2712:55 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop18h 35mPegasus Airlines
Mon 12/303:20 pmATH - LYS
1 stop25h 05mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 12/17$667
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:10 pmLYS - ATH
1 stop22h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/56:30 pmATH - LYS
1 stop16h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/18$766

Find flights from Lyon to Athens within your budget

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 December 18, 2024.

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LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 3/29

2:30 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 4/1

11:30 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$132

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 6/7

11:30 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/24

10:35 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$133

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 1/16

7:05 pm-12:40 am

1 stop4h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/19

10:55 am-7:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$153

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 4/23

10:45 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$159

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 6/12

11:55 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/24

10:35 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$170

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 1/14

2:35 pm-2:10 am

1 stop10h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/20

3:25 am-9:35 am

1 stop7h 10m

$178

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 1/31

2:10 pm-1:05 am

1 stop9h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/3

6:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$183

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 3/21

7:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/26

3:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$186

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 3/4

12:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 3/10

1:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$195

LyonAthens

LYS - ATH

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 2/25

2:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop9h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/4

2:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$205

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lyon to Athens in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lyon-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lyon-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lyon-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lyon-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lyon-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Lyon to Athens

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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 December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Lyon to Athens, you should look to book at least 76 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 $1,430). 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 December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lyon to Athens in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% 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 December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volotea, Aegean Airlines and Brussels Airlines from Lyon to Athens. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
750 reviews
8.1
Very good
750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
787 reviews
8.1
Very good
750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
8.1
Very good
750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
8.1
Very good
750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Lyon to Athens flight route?

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

    Currently priced at $132, easyJet will fly you from Lyon to Athens and back. In addition to easyJet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Volotea and Transavia France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $133 and $159, respectively. easyJet is priced at 36% 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 Volotea, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $57. easyJet flights start at $59 while deals on KLM start at $99 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 (100%), Volotea (97%), Aegean Airlines (97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lyon to Athens?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $53. While the most popular route (Lyon-Saint Exupéry - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for $153 on average our data indicates $219 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 $1,430). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Lyon to Athens

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lyon to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VoloteaCheapest$88Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$166Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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