Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
2 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Athens is 1 hour ahead of Lyon and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For the earliest departure, catch the 05:50 flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you want to jet off later, the latest flight departs at 22:55. With 5 flights each week from LYS to ATH, you can select the timing that suits you best.
Flying over a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Aegean Airlines is your gateway to discovering Athens (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the LYS - ATH route include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from LYS to ATH, check whether you need a visa to enter Greece. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
P2,316 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start at P4,107. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to ATH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Located around 31 kilometres from central Lyon, Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens takes around 37 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22 ºC and 37 ºC.
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 4 ºC and 14 ºC on average.
More about Athens
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Athens right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from LYS to ATH:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are major attractions which should be on any good Athens itinerary.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Athens getaway.
