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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Lyon from $386

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 7:25 pm
SFO
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LYS
17h 45m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 2:35 pm
LYS
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SFO
27h 25m1 stop
$557Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 7:25 pm
SFO
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LYS
17h 45m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 2:35 pm
LYS
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SFO
27h 25m1 stop
$568Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 6
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
4:35 pm - 11:55 pm
SFO
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LYS
22h 20m1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
11:00 am - 2:45 pm
LYS
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SFO
36h 45m1 stop
$583TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 10:05 am
SFO
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LYS
32h 25m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 11:04 pm
LYS
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SFO
45h 14m2 stops
$621Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 9
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 7:20 pm
SFO
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LYS
17h 35m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 2:40 pm
LYS
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SFO
27h 40m1 stop
$630Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, May 18
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 10:05 am
SFO
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LYS
32h 25m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 8:29 pm
LYS
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SFO
33h 19m2 stops
$651Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 6:25 pm
SFO
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LYS
16h 45m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 2:35 pm
LYS
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SFO
33h 20m2 stops
$666Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 20
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:20 pm
SFO
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LYS
27h 20m2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 2:40 pm
LYS
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SFO
27h 40m1 stop
$669Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, May 18
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 10:05 am
SFO
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LYS
17h 55m2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 2:35 pm
LYS
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SFO
27h 25m1 stop
$675Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 6
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
7:10 pm - 11:55 pm
SFO
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LYS
19h 45m1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
12:00 pm - 3:35 pm
LYS
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SFO
35h 35m1 stop
$704TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 15

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Lyon flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Jan 31
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
17h 45m
1 stop
LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Feb 8
LYS8:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco
$557
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Scandinavian Airlines
Jan 17
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
17h 45m
1 stop
LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Jan 24
LYS8:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco
$564
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Scandinavian Airlines
Jan 31
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
17h 45m
1 stop
LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Feb 6
LYS8:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco
$568
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Lyon flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Feb 12
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
29h 45m
1 stop
LYS9:35 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
Feb 20
LYS6:05 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 40m
1 stop
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
$765
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 11
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
37h 20m
1 stop
LYS5:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Jan 24
LYS10:30 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
33h 35m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$842
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 31
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
19h 00m
1 stop
LYS5:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
Feb 6
LYS6:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 40m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$862
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Lyon 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
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San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 2/8

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$557

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 2/6

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$568

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

4:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 1/30

11:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$583

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 2/9

10:50 am-11:04 pm

2 stops45h 14m

$621

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

4:45 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/18

8:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$630

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 2/8

8:10 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$651

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

4:40 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 2/20

2:15 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$666

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

7:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/18

8:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$669

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

7:10 am-10:05 am

2 stops17h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 2/6

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$675

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

7:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 3/15

12:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$704

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Lyon from San Francisco during October instead. Flights to Lyon in October, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $729.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lyon for around $977 when searching 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 $822 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Lyon flights are approximately 12% more expensive 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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Fastest flight time

17h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lyon takes 17h 35m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Lyon. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Lyon.
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  • 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 17h 35m.

  • 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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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $477Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,091 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $546Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,607 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $666Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,091 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $697Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,585 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $704Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,635 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $717Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,507 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $817Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,005 reviews
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Aer LingusPriceFrom $936Free CancellationRating
7.2
1,395 reviews
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