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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Lyon from $392

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Lyon departing on 4/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
7:55 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
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LYS
20h 00m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:05 am - 5:35 pm
LYS
-
SFO
20h 30m
1 stop
$566TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, Apr 30 - Sat, May 16
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
7:35 pm - 11:55 am
SFO
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LYS
31h 20m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:05 am - 5:35 pm
LYS
-
SFO
20h 30m
1 stop
$640TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 5:50 pm
SFO
-
LYS
38h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 4:40 pm
LYS
-
SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
$769Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
British Airways Logo
4:35 pm - 4:40 pm
SFO
-
LYS
15h 05m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
5:40 pm - 5:40 pm
LYS
-
SFO
33h 00m
1 stop
$779British Airways
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 5:50 pm
SFO
-
LYS
19h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 4:40 pm
LYS
-
SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
$808Turkish Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 21
British Airways Logo
4:35 pm - 10:25 am
SFO
-
LYS
32h 50m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:45 pm - 1:50 pm
LYS
-
SFO
25h 05m
1 stop
$812British Airways
Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 9:25 am
SFO
-
LYS
29h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 4:40 pm
LYS
-
SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
$817Turkish Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18
British Airways Logo
7:05 am - 10:35 am
SFO
-
LYS
18h 30m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:40 pm - 1:50 pm
LYS
-
SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
$818British Airways
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18
British Airways Logo
10:42 am - 4:40 pm
SFO
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LYS
20h 58m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:40 pm - 7:20 pm
LYS
-
SFO
34h 40m
2 stops
$829British Airways
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 10:05 pm
SFO
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LYS
24h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 10:50 am
LYS
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SFO
44h 20m
2 stops
$833Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sat, May 16

TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Our best TAP AIR PORTUGAL deals on San Francisco to Lyon flight tickets
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Apr 30
SFO7:55 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
LYS12:55 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
May 16
LYS6:05 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
20h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:35 pmSan Francisco
$566
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
May 2
SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco
31h 20m
1 stop
LYS11:55 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
May 9
LYS6:05 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
20h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:35 pmSan Francisco
$640

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lyon

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Lyon flight tickets
United Airlines
May 1
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
27h 45m
2 stops
LYS11:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
May 8
LYS1:00 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 30m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$924
United Airlines
Apr 29
SFO8:10 amSan Francisco
18h 30m
1 stop
LYS11:40 amLyon-Saint Exupéry
May 6
LYS2:05 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
30h 19m
2 stops
SFO11:24 amSan Francisco
$959
United Airlines
May 1
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
19h 30m
1 stop
LYS6:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
May 8
LYS2:35 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 25m
1 stop
SFO8:00 pmSan Francisco
$970

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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 March 20, 2026.
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San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

7:55 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 5/16

6:05 am-5:35 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$566

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

7:35 pm-11:55 am

1 stop31h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 5/9

6:05 am-5:35 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$640

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

6:45 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop38h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 4/14

6:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$769

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

4:35 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/18

5:40 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$779

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Fri 4/10

12:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 4/21

6:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$808

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

4:35 pm-10:25 am

1 stop32h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 4/19

9:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$812

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

6:45 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/18

6:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$817

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

7:05 am-10:35 am

2 stops18h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/18

5:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$818

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

10:42 am-4:40 pm

2 stops20h 58m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 5/18

5:40 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$829

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

12:55 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 5/16

11:30 pm-10:50 am

2 stops44h 20m

$833

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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 $722.

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 $1,030 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 $813 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Lyon flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Lyon flight.

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

As of March 2026, prices for San Francisco to Lyon flights are approximately 4% 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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Cheap San Francisco to Lyon (SFO to LYS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

15h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lyon takes 15h 05m
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 15h 05m.

  • 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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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $546Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,719 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $666Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,443 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $704Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,857 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $817Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,300 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $933Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,547 reviews
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Aer LingusPriceFrom $936Free CancellationRating
7.2
1,478 reviews
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