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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Lyon from $346

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Cheap round-trip flights

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Lyon.
7:40 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-LYS
15h 00m1 stop
8:20 pm - 4:30 pmLYS-SFO
29h 10m1 stop
$626Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 28
7:40 pm - 2:10 pmSFO-LYS
33h 30m2 stops
8:20 pm - 4:30 pmLYS-SFO
29h 10m1 stop
$719Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 12
10:58 pm - 10:35 amSFO-LYS
50h 37m2 stops
2:35 pm - 3:35 pmLYS-SFO
34h 00m2 stops
$870United Airlines
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Sat, May 17 - Mon, Jun 2
10:58 pm - 10:35 amSFO-LYS
50h 37m2 stops
2:35 pm - 3:55 pmLYS-SFO
34h 20m1 stop
$883United Airlines
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Sat, May 17 - Mon, Jun 2
10:19 am - 1:55 pmSFO-LYS
18h 36m2 stops
11:10 am - 9:14 pmLYS-SFO
19h 04m2 stops
$918British Airways
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Sun, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 28
6:16 am - 12:30 pmSFO-LYS
21h 14m2 stops
9:45 pm - 1:50 pmLYS-SFO
25h 05m1 stop
$1,036British Airways
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Tue, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 13
5:45 pm - 9:30 amSFO-LYS
30h 45m1 stop
10:10 am - 3:45 pmLYS-SFO
14h 35m1 stop
$1,234Aer Lingus
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Wed, May 21 - Wed, Jul 23
9:10 am - 4:10 pmSFO-LYS
46h 00m2 stops
4:50 pm - 10:19 pmLYS-SFO
38h 29m2 stops
$1,366Aer Lingus
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Tue, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 12
2:40 pm - 1:40 pmSFO-LYS
14h 00m1 stop
1:00 pm - 7:00 pmLYS-SFO
15h 00m1 stop
$1,496Lufthansa
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Tue, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 13
2:40 pm - 1:40 pmSFO-LYS
14h 00m1 stop
6:50 am - 12:40 pmLYS-SFO
14h 50m1 stop
$1,792Lufthansa
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Mon, Jun 30 - Sat, Jul 12

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Lyon flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 13
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
15h 00m
1 stop
LYS7:40 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Apr 28
LYS8:20 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
29h 10m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 5
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
33h 30m
2 stops
LYS2:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Sep 12
LYS8:20 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
29h 10m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 5
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
LYS1:35 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Sep 12
LYS8:20 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
29h 10m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

Vueling flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Our best Vueling deals on San Francisco to Lyon flight tickets
Vueling
Jul 29
SFO8:10 pmSan Francisco
27h 30m
1 stop
LYS8:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
Aug 12
LYS9:20 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 50m
1 stop
SFO6:10 pmSan Francisco
Vueling
Jul 29
SFO8:10 pmSan Francisco
27h 30m
1 stop
LYS8:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
Aug 12
LYS9:25 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO6:10 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Lyon from San Francisco during October instead. Flights to Lyon in October, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $769.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lyon?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Lyon. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $938. The most expensive day to fly to Lyon is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,165.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lyon?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Lyon flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Lyon in the morning for as low as $923. Flights to Lyon are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,240. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lyon from San Francisco when booking 6 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lyon for around $983 when searching 6 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lyon from San Francisco for as low as $902 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Lyon flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for San Francisco to Lyon flights are approximately 49% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Lyon according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Lyon (SFO to LYS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$346

Fastest flight time

13h 25m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Lyon

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Lyon from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $346. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Lyon found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $626.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lyon takes 13h 25m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Lyon. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
There is 1 airport near Lyon: Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS)

  • How far is San Francisco to Lyon-Saint Exupéry by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Lyon-Saint Exupéry is 5796.8 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 13h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Lyon?


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Lyon

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VuelingPriceFrom $247Free CancellationRating
7.1
1,146 reviews
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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $394Free CancellationRating
7.1
1,827 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $632Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,325 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $641Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,321 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $643Free CancellationRating
7.0
8,981 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $657Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,712 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $685Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,603 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $710Free CancellationRating
6.7
6,955 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $717Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,424 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $724Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,895 reviews
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