Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lyon.
Each week, there are five Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. To get going early, go for the 05:50 Transavia France flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 21:35 with Volotea.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LYS to ATH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
With direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Athens (and then other corners of Greece) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Aegean Airlines.
The most punctual carrier offering LYS to ATH flights is Aegean Airlines. Its services land as planned 69.23% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LYS and ATH include:
Dubrovnik Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is Rs9,416. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs18,429. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book nine months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LYS to ATH.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LYS to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LYS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel near ATH if you're taking a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
