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$406+ Cheap flights from Lyon (LYS) to San Francisco (SFO)

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LYS — SFO
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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The best prices from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lyon (LYS) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$620
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$406
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$715
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From Lyon-Saint Exupéry to San Francisco
One-way flight from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($210 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Lyon to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lyon to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dom. 3/212:00 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop35h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
lun. 3/175:40 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop32h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/20$620
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/36:45 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 15mBritish Airways
mié. 3/126:30 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$622
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/512:25 pmLYS - SFO
2 stops20h 57mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/136:30 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$623
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/279:35 amLYS - SFO
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
jue. 4/101:07 pmSFO - LYS
2 stops18h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$634
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/216:10 amLYS - SFO
2 stops23h 41mAir Canada
vie. 3/288:30 amSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 2/18$663
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/36:50 amLYS - SFO
1 stop18h 15mLufthansa
jue. 4/177:15 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
vie. 5/26:50 amLYS - SFO
2 stops37h 40mUnited Airlines
vie. 5/98:50 amSFO - LYS
2 stops40h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$685
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/176:55 amLYS - SFO
1 stop15h 15mAir France
jue. 11/273:25 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 20mAir France
Deal found 2/19$711
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vie. 8/2212:25 pmLYS - SFO
2 stops20h 45mIberia
mar. 9/25:45 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop21h 00mIberia
Deal found 2/20$749
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/17:05 amLYS - SFO
2 stops20h 53mBrussels Airlines
mar. 9/308:30 amSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 2/19$764
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/36:45 amLYS - SFO
2 stops21h 08mDelta
jue. 4/171:45 pmSFO - LYS
2 stops17h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/20$802
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dom. 8/249:10 amLYS - SFO
1 stop18h 00mVueling
dom. 8/318:10 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop18h 00mVueling
Deal found 2/20$823

Find flights from Lyon to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lyon to San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

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LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

dom. 3/2

12:00 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop35h 45m

San Francisco

lun. 3/17

5:40 pm-10:15 am

1 stop32h 35m

$620

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

lun. 3/3

6:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 3/12

6:30 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$622

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mié. 3/5

12:25 pm-12:22 am

2 stops20h 57m

San Francisco

jue. 3/13

6:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$623

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

jue. 3/27

9:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 4/10

1:07 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$634

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

vie. 3/21

6:10 am-9:51 pm

2 stops23h 41m

San Francisco

vie. 3/28

8:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop17h 35m

$663

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

jue. 4/3

6:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop18h 15m

San Francisco

jue. 4/17

7:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$679

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

vie. 5/2

6:50 am-11:30 am

2 stops37h 40m

San Francisco

vie. 5/9

8:50 am-10:35 am

2 stops40h 45m

$685

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

vie. 5/2

6:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

vie. 5/9

6:05 am-11:15 am

2 stops20h 10m

$797

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

lun. 3/24

6:20 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 25m

San Francisco

vie. 3/28

7:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop28h 40m

$893

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

jue. 3/13

7:05 am-7:16 am

2 stops32h 11m

$406

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Travel insights for flights from Lyon to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Lyon to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lyon to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Lyon to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 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 San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Lyon to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Lyon to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Lyon to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines from Lyon to San Francisco. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lyon to San Francisco round-trip from $620. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $622, and American Airlines, from $634. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Iberia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $563. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Aer Lingus, as they are both options that can get you from Lyon to San Francisco for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Lyon to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lyon to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Lyon to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 4 airlines flying from Lyon to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$597Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$601Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$640Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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