What is the most punctual flight time for Lyon to Athens flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Lyon to Athens flights?

Over the past year, Volotea has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Lyon to Athens delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Lyon and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

How popular is this Lyon to Athens flight route?

The Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V. flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Lyon to Athens?

easyJet and Lufthansa can get you from Lyon to Athens in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h. Lyon and Athens are separated by a distance of 1778 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Lyon to Athens?

Before booking your flight to Athens from Lyon, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Transavia France (74%), Sky Express (71%), Volotea( 60%).

Can I find deals for flights from Lyon to Athens that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Lyon to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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Deal found 7/10C$ 174

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Deal found 5/10C$ 177

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Deal found 6/10C$ 182

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Deal found 5/10C$ 197

Mon 23/119:20 a.m. -

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Round-trip from	C$ 174
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Popular in	August
Cheapest in	March
Average price	C$ 311

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LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Wed 28/10

3:55 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 80

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 21/10

6:20 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop13h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 117

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 14/11

6:25 p.m.-1:20 a.m.

1 stop5h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 144

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 15/1

9:45 a.m.-1:20 a.m.

1 stop14h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 144

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 18/12

6:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 148

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 21/10

5:05 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 151

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 6/11

12:55 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

1 stop18h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 218

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 25/12

7:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop7h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 221

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 17/2

12:10 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 22/2

2:00 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 222

LyonAthens

LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

LYSATH

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 15/10

1:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 228

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

The price you pay for your flight from Lyon to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Athens (average of C$ 188). Flying from Lyon to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 474). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LYS to ATH?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Lyon to Athens as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Lyon to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Lyon to Athens flights typically cost between C$ 187 and C$ 501 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 174 on easyJet (11 Dec-13 Dec).

Related info for your journey

How popular is this Lyon to Athens flight route?
The Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Athens Eleftherios V. flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Athens?
easyJet and Lufthansa can get you from Lyon to Athens in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h. Lyon and Athens are separated by a distance of 1778 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the most reliable airlines from Lyon to Athens?
Before booking your flight to Athens from Lyon, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Transavia France (74%), Sky Express (71%), Volotea( 60%).
Can I find deals for flights from Lyon to Athens that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Lyon to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Lyon to Athens?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lyon to Athens.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Lyon to Athens?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lyon to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lyon to Athens?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Athens (average of C$ 188). Flying from Lyon to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 474). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

The price you pay for your flight from Lyon to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lyon to Athens?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LYS to ATH?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Lyon to Athens as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Lyon to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Lyon to Athens flights typically cost between C$ 187 and C$ 501 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 174 on easyJet (11 Dec-13 Dec).

How often are flights from Lyon to Athens delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Lyon and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Lyon to Athens flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Lyon to Athens flights?

Over the past year, Volotea has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

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Lyon to Athens flights typically cost between C$ 187 and C$ 501 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 174 on easyJet (11 Dec-13 Dec).