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$307+ Cheap flights from California to Lyon (LYS)

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LAX — LYS
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from California to Lyon

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Lyon flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$598
(Norse)

One-way from

$307
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$898
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Lyon-Saint Exupéry flight deals.
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From California to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
One-way flight from California to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Norse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Norse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/184:30 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/24:20 pmLYS - LAX
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$598
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/288:20 amSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/222:35 pmLYS - SFO
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:05 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/1312:55 pmLYS - LAX
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$652
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2712:20 amSFO - LYS
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/222:00 pmLYS - SFO
2 stops36h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$655
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/207:30 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/118:10 pmLYS - LAX
1 stop29h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$668
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:00 amLAX - LYS
2 stops19h 35mAir Canada
Thu 11/131:55 pmLYS - LAX
2 stops29h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$671
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:00 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop27h 40mVueling
Fri 5/96:40 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop32h 20mVueling
Deal found 4/22$725
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/138:05 amLAX - LYS
1 stop17h 30mBrussels Airlines
Thu 10/3011:55 amLYS - LAX
1 stop17h 37mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 4/23$743
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/134:45 pmLAX - LYS
2 stops16h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 10/318:45 pmLYS - LAX
1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/23$749
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2911:50 amSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 45mAir Canada
Wed 8/132:00 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop30h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 4/22$749
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:15 amLAX - LYS
2 stops18h 55mAustrian Airlines
Sun 11/1612:50 pmLYS - LAX
2 stops59h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$754
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/205:30 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Sun 11/169:00 amLYS - LAX
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$756

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Lyon that are best for you.

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California

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Lyon

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

4:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop33h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 6/2

4:20 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$598

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

12:05 pm-10:35 am

1 stop13h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 11/13

12:55 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$652

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

7:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 11/11

8:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$668

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

6:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 11/13

1:55 pm-10:21 am

2 stops29h 26m

$671

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

8:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 5/9

6:40 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$725

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

8:05 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 10/30

11:55 am-9:32 pm

1 stop17h 37m

$743

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

4:45 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 10/31

8:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$749

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

8:15 am-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 11/16

12:50 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops59h 25m

$754

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

5:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 11/16

9:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$756

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

5:50 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 8/23

6:10 am-4:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$760

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Best time to book a flight from California to Lyon

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Lyon

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from California to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). 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 CA to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Lyon by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 1.6 - 3.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lyon when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Lyon by month

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

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 April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Lyon, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Austrian Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Lyon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from California?

    Most people fly into Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) if they book a flight to Lyon from California. Lyon-Saint Exupéry is conveniently located just 12.5 mi from Lyon’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Lyon one-way?

    $488 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Iberia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and United Airlines, with prices starting from $537 and $554, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Lyon?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from California to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Lyon

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Lyon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$394Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$616Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$632Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$641Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$643Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$664Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$671Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$683Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$686Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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