Cheap Flights from Athens to Lyon

Cheapest flights from Athens to Lyon

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Athens to Lyon. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$40

Volotea

Direct flight

3 hours

04/13/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Athens to Lyon departs on 04/13/2027, is operated by Volotea and costs $40

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Athens to Lyon

The fastest flight

2h 55m

Fastest flight from Athens to Lyon takes 2h 55m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

10:30 AM

Latest flight

7:00 PM

Direct flights count

15

Distance

1781km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Athens and Lyon is 1781km (1104 miles). There are 15 direct flights from Athens to Lyon. The time difference between Athens and Lyon is 1h. Flights from Athens begin at 10:30 AM. The latest flight from Athens departs at 7:00 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Athens to Lyon by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Athens to Lyon is $46 (December 2026), while the maximum is $164 (January 2027). On average, a ticket costs $87–$96.

December 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$46

January 2027

Highest price

on average:

$164

Avg Price

Price dynamics

On the Athens — Lyon route, prices change frequently in both directions. Predicting the exact cost is tricky, but we can identify months when tickets tend to be cheaper.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is November 2026–December 2026 — averaging $66. The most expensive is January 2027–March 2027 ($149). The difference reaches 56%.

Best time to buy

With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is November 2026–December 2026, where you can save up to 56%.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 43%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Airlines operating on route

The Athens — Lyon route is served by a wide range of airlines: 7 in total, including Volotea, EasyJet, Sky Express, Transavia, LC Busre SAC, Vueling, and Aegean Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $40. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

starting at $40

starting at $57

starting at $93

starting at $103

starting at $77

starting at $114

starting at $163

Non-stop flights from Athens to Lyon

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Athens to Lyon, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

04/13/2027

Departure

Direct flight

V72019

starting at $40

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

03/03/2027

Departure

Direct flight

U24394

starting at $57

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

10/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

GQ924

starting at $93

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

10/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TO3711

starting at $103

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

10/19/2026

Departure

Direct flight

GQ924

starting at $108

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

10/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

GQ924

starting at $134

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

09/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

V72019

starting at $146

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

09/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

U24454

starting at $152

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

10/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

V72019

starting at $155

Athens — Lyon

ATH — LYS

01/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

GQ924

starting at $167

Schedule of direct flights from Athens to Lyon

There are most likely no direct flights on the Athens — Lyon route

Athens airports overview

Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

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ATH

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Lyon airports overview

Grenoble-Isere Airport

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GNB

60km

Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport

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LYS

20km

Serving Lyon and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, it handles domestic and international flights and offers TGV and tram connections to the city center.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Athens to Lyon?

The cheapest flight ticket from Athens to Lyon according to data for the last 48 hours costs $40

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Athens — Lyon?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Athens to Lyon is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Athens to Lyon?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Athens to Lyon can be found flying in these months: December, October, November.

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

The fastest flights from Athens to Lyon start from 2 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Athens to Lyon?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Athens — Lyon: Volotea, EasyJet, Sky Express

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Athens to Lyon

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Athens to Lyon

Alternative routes

Istanbul ➜ Lyon•Izmir ➜ Lyon•Plovdiv ➜ Lyon•Thessaloniki ➜ Lyon•Skopje ➜ Lyon•Sofia ➜ Lyon•Tekirdag ➜ Lyon•Tirana ➜ Lyon•Athens ➜ Clermont-Ferrand•Athens ➜ Saint Etienne•Athens ➜ Nimes•Athens ➜ Geneva•Athens ➜ Turin

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Cheapest one way flight

$40

Volotea

Direct flight

3 hours

04/13/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Athens to Lyon departs on 04/13/2027, is operated by Volotea and costs $40

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Athens to Lyon

The fastest flight