How to find cheap flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece
Rs18,919 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece.
That fare will take you from LYS into Athens International in Athens.
Rs8,995 is the lowest price available for a one-way trip.
Want to let the lowest fares decide your next stop? Select 'Greece' in the 'To' field to discover the best deals by city.
Greece has roughly 20 international airports, so you have plenty of arrival options.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to broaden your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your origin and destination cities.
Plan to book around four months ahead of your departure date to find a cheaper ticket. You might want to book even earlier if you're travelling during a busy period.
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Best time to fly from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece
Hop on a flight from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece in March and you'll be travelling at one of the cheapest times of the year. Prices start at Rs18,919.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with fares dipping during midweek when it's quieter.
July, August and September are the most popular months to travel to Greece. July tops the list — though fares are usually also higher at this time.
February, March and November are the least popular months to fly. The quietest month is March. Planes aren't as full, so airlines tend to drop prices to help fill flights.
Flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece: what to expect
From Lyon Airport (LYS), you can fly nonstop to around five airports in Greece.
Roughly 20 direct flights link Lyon Airport (LYS) with destinations across Greece every week.
The main airlines operating direct from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece include:
The most popular routes from Lyon Airport to Greece include Athens, Heraklion and Corfu.
Corfu is the quickest destination to fly to at around 2 hours 15 minutes, while Rhodes has the longest flight time at roughly 3 hours 15 minutes.
The average journey on this route takes around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Greece
Now that your Lyon to Greece flights are locked in, the rest of your trip can start to fall into place.
Athens
Located in Attica, this city is a popular destination for flights departing Lyon Airport and heading to Greece. Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon and Erechtheion are popular with first-time visitors.
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is Athens's main airport.
When it's time to choose your base, explore the lineup of hotels in Athens.
Heraklion
Work your way through this Crete city's biggest highlights including Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion and Rocca a Mare | Koules.
Heraklion International Airport (HER) is the city's main airport.
Check out hotels in Heraklion and find a stay that puts the city within easy reach.
Thessaloniki
Drop by top sights like Holy Cathedral Church of Hagia Sophia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue while you're in this part of Central Macedonia.
Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) is the city's main airport, with routes connecting it to major destinations throughout the region and beyond.
From brief visits to extended stays, hotels in Thessaloniki cater to all types of budgets and styles.
Visiting Greece for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so double-check before you travel. Airlines and official embassy sites will have the most recent advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
The local currency is euro (EUR). You can manage payments with credit and debit cards almost everywhere.
Greece has a population of about 10 million. The capital city is Athens.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+2 inches place.
July is one of the warmest months in Greece, with average high temperatures of up to 30ºC.
Conditions are often coolest around January, when average lows drop to 5ºC. Check the weather conditions before you travel.
September tends to be the wettest month, while August is the driest.
Some of the most popular events on the local calendar include the Athens Epidaurus Festival, thessaloniki International Film Festival and Patras Carnival. Line up your getaway around moments like these to experience something beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Greece booked, it's time to plan what comes next. Discover the best prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in Greece. You can also browse the car rental options in Greece and compare deals from trusted suppliers in seconds.





