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Fly direct from Lyon to Athens for the fastest, most convenient way to reach Greece’s historic capital—less hassle, no layovers, and more time to enjoy the Acropolis and sun-soaked streets. While connections can sometimes offer lower fares, a nonstop flight saves time and adds comfort, making it the ideal choice for a quick city break or the start of a relaxed holiday.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Lyon to Athens:
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The route Lyon — Athens is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including EasyJet, Transavia, Volotea, Aegean Airlines, and LC Busre SAC. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $43) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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Lyon — Athens
02/27/2026
Departure
Direct flight
U24445
Starting at $43
Lyon — Athens
12/19/2025
Departure
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U24445
Starting at $46
Lyon — Athens
10/15/2025
Departure
Direct flight
TO3710
Starting at $52
Lyon — Athens
06/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
U24453
Starting at $54
Lyon — Athens
12/18/2025
Departure
Direct flight
U24393
Starting at $63
Lyon — Athens
10/09/2025
Departure
Direct flight
V72018
Starting at $71
Lyon — Athens
10/11/2025
Departure
Direct flight
TO3710
Starting at $71
Lyon — Athens
10/13/2025
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U24453
Starting at $73
Lyon — Athens
10/08/2025
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U24453
Starting at $86
Lyon — Athens
10/10/2025
Departure
Direct flight
A3647
Starting at $92
EasyJet
Su, Mo, We, and Fr
Starting at $56
Lyon is served mainly by Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), the city’s international gateway and a regional hub for full-service carriers and several low-cost airlines. It typically handles long-haul flights, European connections and some domestic services; budget operators can often undercut legacy fares on short routes. The airport lies about 25 km east of central Lyon, with frequent Rhônexpress tram links taking around 30–35 minutes to Part-Dieu station for fares generally in the mid-range; taxis and rideshares are faster (30–45 minutes depending on traffic) but cost more. Pros: modern facilities and good rail connections; cons: distance from the centre can add transfer time and extra cost for onward travel.
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) is Greece’s main international gateway and a full-service hub for Aegean and a focus city for low-cost carriers, so fares can range from premium to budget-friendly depending on carrier and season. The airport lies about 20 km east of central Athens; the metro’s Blue Line links to Syntagma and Monastiraki in roughly 40 minutes, while the suburban train and express buses take 30–50 minutes depending on traffic, with typical fares spanning low single digits to around 10–15 EUR. Taxis take 30–60 minutes and have fixed rates to the city center. Pros: modern facilities, plentiful flight options and clear transit links; cons: distance from downtown and variable road congestion can add time and cost.
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The cheapest one-way flight from Lyon to Athens departs on 02/27/2026, is operated by EasyJet and costs $43
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Lyon to Athens departs on 03/01/2026, is operated by EasyJet and costs $78
Fastest flight from Lyon to Athens takes 2h 40m
There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Lyon and Athens is 1799km (1115 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 45m. There are 12 direct flights from Lyon to Athens. The time difference between Lyon and Athens is 1h. Flights from Lyon begin at 5:50 AM. The latest flight from Lyon departs at 5:30 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from Lyon to Athens according to data for the last 48 hours costs $43
Often the best time to buy tickets from Lyon to Athens is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Lyon to Athens can be found flying in these months: November, October, July.
The fastest flights from Lyon to Athens start from 2 hours 40 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Lyon — Athens: EasyJet, Transavia, Volotea
In different months, ticket prices from Lyon to Athens vary: minimum — $48 (November 2025), maximum — $172 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $96–$238.