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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Lyon (LYS) from $782

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SMF — LYS
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Lyon (LYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Round-trip from

$669
From Sacramento Intl to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Lyon?

Leaving on a Thursday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 45% on the overall cost on flights from Sacramento to Lyon.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Lyon?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 23 days in advance to save up to 27% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 23 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Sacramento to Lyon 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $645, or $1,210 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Lyon?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Lyon from Sacramento average $1,096. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,096, as users have found deals to Lyon from as low as $391. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Lyon from Sacramento. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 22%.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Lyon in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Sacramento to Lyon flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Lyon specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lyon in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 6/2710:20 amSMF - LYS
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/410:40 amLYS - SMF
2 stops36h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$917
Sun 7/142:30 pmSMF - LYS
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
Fri 8/97:05 amLYS - SMF
2 stops24h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5$3,899
Sun 7/142:30 pmSMF - LYS
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
Fri 8/97:05 amLYS - SMF
2 stops24h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 6/6$4,009

Sacramento to Lyon 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and Lyon in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lyon in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 8/214:05 pmSMF - LYS
2 stops32h 50mAir Canada
Fri 8/3011:40 amLYS - SMF
2 stops35h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$782
Wed 8/217:00 amSMF - LYS
2 stops18h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/3010:30 amLYS - SMF
3 stops45h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$829
Thu 6/2710:20 amSMF - LYS
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/410:40 amLYS - SMF
2 stops36h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$917
Sun 7/142:30 pmSMF - LYS
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
Fri 8/97:05 amLYS - SMF
2 stops24h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5$3,899
Sun 7/142:30 pmSMF - LYS
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
Fri 8/97:05 amLYS - SMF
2 stops24h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 6/6$4,009
Sun 9/17:01 amSMF - LYS
2 stops42h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/212:20 pmLYS - SMF
2 stops44h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$5,611

Find flights from Sacramento to Lyon within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Lyon that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Sacramento IntlLyon-Saint Exupéry

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/21

2 stops32h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 8/30

2 stops35h 09m

$782

Sacramento IntlLyon-Saint Exupéry

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/21

2 stops18h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 8/30

3 stops45h 15m

$829

Sacramento IntlLyon-Saint Exupéry

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/27

2 stops22h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 7/4

2 stops36h 11m

$917

Sacramento IntlLyon-Saint Exupéry

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/14

2 stops18h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 8/9

2 stops24h 38m

$3,899

Sacramento IntlLyon-Saint Exupéry

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/14

2 stops18h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 8/9

2 stops24h 38m

$4,009

Sacramento IntlLyon-Saint Exupéry

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops42h 39m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 10/2

2 stops44h 05m

$5,611

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Lyon

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Temperature and rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LYS

Temperature

37.4 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lyon, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lyon. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to Lyon, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
7,044 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,524 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Lyon for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Lyon for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $782, but on average you can expect to pay $2,674.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Lyon round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($782), United Airlines ($829), and Lufthansa ($3,899) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Lyon.

  • What does SMF to LYS mean?

    Sacramento Intl Airport is SMF and Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is LYS. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Lyon that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to Lyon flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sacramento to Lyon with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to Lyon flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Lyon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Lyon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Lyon that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to Lyon offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sacramento to Lyon?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to Lyon flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sacramento to Lyon flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Lyon flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lyon (average of $669). Flying from Sacramento to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,304). 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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