Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.
Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, which makes Santorini (Thira) one hour ahead of Lyon.
Flights from LYS to JTR start at 05:55 — the earliest with Transavia France. The latest departure is at 14:45 with Transavia France. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to JTR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Transavia France has direct flights from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Santorini (Thira) — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Transavia France.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for LYS to JTR flights is Transavia France.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between LYS and JTR include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight is 30 €. A round-trip fare right now is 139 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book three months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to JTR.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LYS to JTR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Lyon Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
If you have a late Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near JTR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Santorini (Thira) Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
From Santorini (Thira) Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to JTR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santorini (Thira). Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key highlights.
