$435 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lyon (LYS)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lyon (SFO-LYS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $435 for one-way flights and $509 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 18
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$509 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$509
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $509 found 4 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Fri, Feb 27
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$539 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$539
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $539 found 5 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$559 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$559
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $559 found 2 days ago
United
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 25
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$575 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$575
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $575 found 3 days ago
Brussels Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 25
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$575 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$575
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $575 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$575 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$575
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $575 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Fri, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 11
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$577 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$577
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $577 found 1 day ago
Air Canada
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Feb 21
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$578 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$578
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $578 found 22 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 25
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$585 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $585 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 20
SFO
San Francisco
LYS
Lyon
$590 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$590
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from San Francisco to Lyon, returning Fri, Feb 20, priced at $590 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Lyon (LYS)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $510 - $1,387 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Lyon

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Saint-Exupery LYS. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $784
LYS
Saint-Exupery
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $784
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lyon (LYS)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Saint-Exupery
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Royal Air Maroc, Scandinavian Airlines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$509
Distance
5819 mi

San Francisco to Lyon Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Lyon

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Lyon are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lyon with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lyon

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Lyon: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Lyon

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Lyon in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $435 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Lyon flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Lyon airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $435 or cheap return flight from $509 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS)?
The cheapest month to fly from SFO to LYS is February, when demand is low. Off-peak season is usually when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from SFO to LYS. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up the best deal available.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS)?
Direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) aren't available daily, so you'll have to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filter tool. Enter your travel dates and select either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to LYS?
Typically you'll find the most flight options available on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* But this can change based on the season, carrier and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS)?
To land at Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) on time, choose a flight that takes off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to LYS shortly before your trip is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to LYS flight and hotel package?
Securing a SFO to LYS flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of hotels and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS)?
In most instances, you can modify or cancel your SFO to LYS flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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