Journey information
Overview: Lyon to Athens flight
Flights from Lyon to Athens depart on average 46 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $37 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 1780 km distance in 2h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1780 km |
Average flight duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Flights per day 46 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 40m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Lyon to Athens
Cheapest price
$245
Average price
$780
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Flights per day
57
Distance
1780 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Athens will cost around $780 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only $245.
Of the 57 flights that leave Lyon for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1780 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
GQ925
LH2251+
LH1756
LH1077 · LH1284
9866+
JU243 · JU536
VY1223 · VY8100
GQ925
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LH5916
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LH5914Live departures
Lyon to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Athens flights for today, Sunday, 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1955+ KL3597 | 4:50 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 21h40 | 2:30 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1957+ KL3597 | 4:50 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h25 | 11:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1810+ TK9193 | 5:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 22h10 | 3:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1810+ TK9191 | 5:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 16h55 | 10:00 am Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
QR6225+ QR16 · QR207 | 5:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 22h55 | 4:00 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH2251+ LH1756 | 5:25 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h15 | 11:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
QR6530+ QR152 · QR207 | 6:10 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 21h50 | 4:00 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LO348 · LO603 | 6:15 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 22h50 | 5:05 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
VY1223 · VY8100 | 10:20 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h00 | 9:20 am Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
| Monday, 16 February | |||||
9852+ A3611 | On time 4:50 am Lyon Part Dieu | 9h10 | 2:00 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
9852+ AZ325 · AZ722 | On time 4:50 am Lyon Part Dieu | 18h00 | 10:50 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
9852+ GQ901 | On time 4:50 am Lyon Part Dieu | 11h25 | 4:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
IB1186 · IB833 | 5:10 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h05 | 1:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1083 · LH98+ LH5916 | 5:25 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 12:35 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
5156+ AZ325 · AZ722 | On time 6:30 am Lyon Part Dieu | 16h20 | 10:50 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
5156+ LH2233 · LH1756 | On time 6:30 am Lyon Part Dieu | 17h10 | 11:40 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
5156+ GQ901 | On time 6:30 am Lyon Part Dieu | 9h45 | 4:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
VY1221 · VY8102 | 7:25 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h50 | 7:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
IB5249 · IB5212 | 7:25 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h50 | 7:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
9854+ A3615 | On time 7:27 am Lyon Part Dieu | 15h13 | 10:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
12554+ A3615 | On time 7:27 am Lyon Part Dieu | 15h13 | 10:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
9854+ GQ901 | On time 7:27 am Lyon Part Dieu | 8h48 | 4:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH2247+ LH5916 | 7:55 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h40 | 12:35 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ925 | 9:20 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2h40 | 12:00 pm Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
TK1808 · TK1849 | 9:30 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 27h25 | 12:55 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1808+ TK9195 | 9:30 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h55 | 8:25 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1808 · TK1847 | 9:30 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 24h50 | 10:20 am Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1808+ TK9191 | 9:30 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 24h30 | 10:00 am Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1808 · TK1843 | 9:30 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 21h20 | 6:50 am Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
9862+ JU243 · JU536 | On time 10:00 am Lyon Part Dieu | 15h15 | 1:15 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
9862+ A3615 | On time 10:00 am Lyon Part Dieu | 12h40 | 10:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
12562+ A3615 | On time 10:00 am Lyon Part Dieu | 12h40 | 10:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LO346 · LO603 | 10:10 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h55 | 5:05 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
SN3588+ SN6523 | 10:50 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h05 | 9:55 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1957+ KL2263 | 11:25 am Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h50 | 11:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH2249+ LH113+ LH5914 | 12:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h45 | 8:50 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH2249+ LH115+ LH5914 | 12:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h45 | 8:50 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH2249+ LH2076+ LH5932 | 12:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h20 | 9:25 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH2249+ LH2072+ LH5932 | 12:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h20 | 9:25 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978+ QR106 · QR203 | 12:50 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 20h20 | 9:10 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978 · QR9711+ QR203 | 12:50 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 20h20 | 9:10 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5978+ QR12 · QR203 | 12:50 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 20h20 | 9:10 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
9866+ JU243 · JU536 | On time 1:00 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 12h15 | 1:15 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
12566+ A3615 | On time 1:00 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 9h40 | 10:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
9866+ A3615 | On time 1:00 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 9h40 | 10:40 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1432 · KL1957 | 1:10 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h05 | 11:15 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1077+ LH5914 | 2:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h45 | 8:50 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1077 · LH118 · LH1756 | 2:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h35 | 11:40 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1077 · LH1284 | 2:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h20 | 10:25 pm Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1077+ LH5148 · LH5058 | 2:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h45 | 10:50 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1077 · LH116 · LH1756 | 2:05 pm Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h35 | 11:40 pm Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
5192+ LY326 · LY541 | On time 3:00 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 15h55 | 6:55 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
9868+ LY326 · LY541 | On time 4:00 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 14h55 | 6:55 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
9864+ LY326 · LY541 | On time 4:00 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 14h55 | 6:55 am Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Lyon to Athens flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Athens by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Athens
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in terminals 1 and 2, including duty-free and fashion.
- Parking available near terminals, approximately 4€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in terminal 1, including Lyon Lounge.
- Located in terminal 1, ground floor.
- Bus: 47, 48, 175
- Tram: Rhônexpress
- Train: TGV
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
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