On this page, you can find and book flights from Lyon to Athens. The distance between the cities is 1,784 km, and with up to 14 weekly flights, you have a convenient range of departure times to choose from.
Flights on this route are operated by Aegean Airlines, Transavia France, and EasyJet. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use our low-fare calendar to find the best deals, and check out information on how to get to Lyon Airport and reach your destination from Athens Airport.
The table shows direct flights Lyon → Athens on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by Volotea, EC, Easy jet and Aegean Airlines. Departures from Lyon Saint-Exupéry International Airport and Grenoble-Isère Airport airports, arrivals at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lyon — Athens by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 152 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 366 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lyon → Athens, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 472 | low | May | AED 661 | medium | Sep | AED 638 | medium |
| Feb | AED 496 | low | Jun | AED 803 | high | Oct | AED 520 | low |
| Mar | AED 567 | medium | Jul | AED 850 | high | Nov | AED 449 | low |
| Apr | AED 756 | high | Aug | AED 827 | high | Dec | AED 614 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time to visit Athens is during July and August, when temperatures reach 32°C. The coolest and wettest weather is observed in January and December, when the average low drops to 6°C and precipitation is at its peak.
From a budget perspective, it is most advantageous to plan your flight for August — tickets start AED 152. Peak prices are recorded in July, when the minimum cost starts AED 366.
September and October offer an optimal compromise: during these months, the heat subsides to a comfortable 23–28°C, while flight costs remain affordable, starting AED 177. It is best to avoid December if you prefer dry weather.
Regular flights between Lyon and Athens are provided by 6 airlines, with Aegean Airlines, Transavia France, and EasyJet leading in flight frequency. Direct flights are available, with an overall intensity of about 14 departures per week. You can find a detailed schedule and information about aircraft types for each carrier in the list below.
Flights Lyon — Athens depart from Lyon Saint-Exupéry International Airport and Grenoble-Isère Airport and arrive at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route, covering a distance of 1,784 km, takes an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The route is served by Aegean Airlines, Transavia France, Sky Express, Volotea, and EasyJet.
Yes, there are about 14 direct flights per week on this route, allowing you to choose a convenient departure time without layovers.
All flights from Lyon arrive at Greece's main international airport — Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" (ATH).
It is recommended to buy tickets in advance using the price trend chart on our website, as costs increase significantly closer to the departure date and during the summer holiday season.
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