EasyJet
Mo and Fr
starting at $48
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EasyJet
Mo and Fr
starting at $48
Lyon–Saint Exupéry (LYS) is the region’s main international airport and typically serves as the hub for full-service carriers and some low-cost operators, making it the principal gateway for long-haul and business travel. The airport sits about 25 km east of Lyon’s city centre; travel times range from roughly 20–35 minutes via the Rhônexpress tram (a premium light-rail link) or 30–50 minutes by car depending on traffic, with fares for the tram usually in the mid-range for regional airport links. Coach and taxi options are also available and can be cheaper or more costly depending on timing. Pros: good connectivity, modern terminals and direct international routes. Cons: it can feel remote compared with inner-city airports and transfer times to downtown are longer and sometimes pricier than budget alternatives.
The minimum one-way ticket price from Athens to Lyon is $49 (February 2026), while the maximum is $97 (April 2026). On average, a ticket costs $73–$97.
Athens — Lyon
03/13/2026
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U24446
starting at $89
Athens — Lyon
02/27/2026
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U24446
starting at $131
Athens — Lyon
04/08/2026
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A3646
starting at $174
Athens — Lyon
06/16/2026
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V72019
starting at $61
Athens — Lyon
02/26/2026
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U24394
starting at $65
Athens — Lyon
02/23/2026
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GQ924
starting at $146
Athens — Lyon
03/01/2026
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A33802
starting at $140
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The Athens — Lyon route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including EasyJet, Aegean Airlines, Volotea, Sky Express, Wizz Air, and Vueling. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $59. 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.
The cheapest flight ticket from Athens to Lyon according to data for the last 48 hours costs $59
Often the best time to buy tickets from Athens to Lyon is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Athens to Lyon can be found flying in these months: February, April.
The fastest flights from Athens to Lyon start from 3 hours in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Athens — Lyon: EasyJet, Aegean Airlines, Volotea
The cheapest one-way flight from Athens to Lyon departs on 02/27/2026, is operated by EasyJet and costs $59
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Athens to Lyon
Fastest flight from Athens to Lyon takes 3 hours
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
The distance between Athens and Lyon is 1799km (1115 miles). The average flight duration is 3h. There are 8 direct flights from Athens to Lyon. The time difference between Athens and Lyon is 1h. Flights from Athens begin at 7:20 AM. The latest flight from Athens departs at 9:45 PM
Athens International (ATH) is Greece’s main international gateway and typically serves as the country’s full‑service hub, handling most long‑haul and European connections alongside carriers like Aegean, Olympic Air and major international airlines; low‑cost operators also use the airport for many routes. Located about 20 km east of central Athens, transfer times to Syntagma or the port of Piraeus are usually 30–50 minutes by suburban rail or metro (fare ranges roughly €1.20–€10 depending on service), while taxis often take 30–45 minutes and can be pricier. Pros: modern terminals, frequent connections and good ground transport; cons: can be busy during peak season and transfer times vary with traffic.
Fly nonstop from Athens to Lyon for the quickest, most convenient way to reach France’s culinary and cultural capital — fewer hassles and more time to enjoy the city. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a direct flight saves hours and offers a more comfortable, stress-free journey so you can arrive ready to explore Lyon.
