What airlines fly to California?

Air France, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Lyon according to our data. Air France is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to California?

LEVEL, British Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to California

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

Prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California were last updated today.

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California 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.

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6:20 pm - 4:05 pm

LYS

SFO

30h 45m1 stop

4:35 pm - 5:35 pm

SFO

LYS

16h 00m1 stop

$498TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

5:20 am - 4:50 pm

LYS

SFO

20h 30m1 stop

8:20 pm - 12:55 am

SFO

LYS

19h 35m1 stop

$524TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

8:15 am - 6:10 pm

LYS

LAX

18h 55m1 stop

7:50 pm - 7:35 am

LAX

LYS

26h 45m1 stop

$536Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 17

9:00 pm - 4:10 pm

LYS

SAN

28h 10m1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:05 pm

SAN

LYS

15h 05m1 stop

$645British Airways

Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20

7:00 pm - 4:10 pm

LYS

SAN

30h 10m1 stop

6:00 pm - 8:45 am

SAN

LYS

29h 45m1 stop

$668British Airways

Thu, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 3

10:40 am - 11:53 am

LYS

SAN

34h 13m2 stops

6:30 am - 11:05 am

SAN

LYS

19h 35m2 stops

$671Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 19

6:10 am - 9:29 pm

LYS

SJC

24h 19m2 stops

6:00 am - 1:00 pm

SJC

LYS

22h 00m2 stops

$708American Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22

6:10 am - 10:11 am

LYS

SJC

37h 01m2 stops

11:01 am - 1:15 pm

SJC

LYS

41h 14m2 stops

$710American Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22

10:45 am - 8:52 pm

LYS

LAS

19h 07m2 stops

2:30 pm - 5:40 pm

LAS

LYS

18h 10m2 stops

$760Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 30

6:25 am - 5:11 pm

LYS

LAS

19h 46m2 stops

1:35 pm - 5:40 pm

LAS

LYS

19h 05m2 stops

$761Lufthansa

Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 16

Scandinavian Airlines flights from Lyon to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

Jan 26

LYS10:50 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

15h 10m

1 stop

LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles

Feb 9

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

14h 55m

1 stop

LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

$547

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Scandinavian Airlines

Jan 26

LYS10:50 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

15h 10m

1 stop

LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles

Feb 9

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

14h 55m

1 stop

LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

$553

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Scandinavian Airlines

Jan 26

LYS10:50 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

15h 10m

1 stop

LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles

Feb 5

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

14h 55m

1 stop

LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

$561

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Air France flights from Lyon to California

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Air France

Jan 23

LYS6:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

14h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Jan 31

LAX3:25 pmLos Angeles

13h 25m

1 stop

LYS1:50 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

$682

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Air France

Jan 26

LYS6:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

14h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Feb 9

LAX9:05 pmLos Angeles

16h 25m

1 stop

LYS10:30 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

$684

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Air France

Feb 26

LYS6:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

14h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Mar 31

LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles

14h 50m

1 stop

LYS5:50 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

$685

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LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 1/15

6:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

4:35 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$498

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 4/17

5:20 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

8:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 35m

$524

LyonLos Angeles

LYS - LAX

LYSLAX

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 2/1

8:15 am-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

7:50 pm-7:35 am

1 stop26h 45m

$536

LyonSan Diego

LYS - SAN

LYSSAN

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 1/14

9:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

San Diego

Tue 1/20

6:00 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$645

LyonSan Diego

LYS - SAN

LYSSAN

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 1/29

7:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop30h 10m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

6:00 pm-8:45 am

1 stop29h 45m

$668

LyonSan Diego

LYS - SAN

LYSSAN

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 1/15

10:40 am-11:53 am

2 stops34h 13m

San Diego

Mon 1/19

6:30 am-11:05 am

2 stops19h 35m

$671

LyonSan Jose

LYS - SJC

LYSSJC

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 2/18

6:10 am-9:29 pm

2 stops24h 19m

San Jose

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$708

LyonSan Jose

LYS - SJC

LYSSJC

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 2/18

6:10 am-10:11 am

2 stops37h 01m

San Jose

Sun 2/22

11:01 am-1:15 pm

2 stops41h 14m

$710

LyonLas Vegas

LYS - LAS

LYSLAS

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 1/20

10:45 am-8:52 pm

2 stops19h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/30

2:30 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$760

LyonLas Vegas

LYS - LAS

LYSLAS

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 2/6

6:25 am-5:11 pm

2 stops19h 46m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/16

1:35 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$761

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Lyon to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Lyon averaging around $657.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Lyon to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $623. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $1,043.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Lyon when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $804 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Lyon for as low as $670 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 05m
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The fastest flight from Lyon to California takes 14h 05m

There are no direct flights from Lyon to California. There are no popular flight routes from Lyon to California.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California 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.

Best airlines flying from Lyon to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $511	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,585 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom $762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,507 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $775	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,635 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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