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$257+ Cheap flights from California to Lyon (LYS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LYS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Lyon

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Lyon flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$559
(Ticket)

One-way from

$265
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,160
From California to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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Cheapest flights from California to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:30 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop14h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/168:10 pmLYS - LAX
1 stop29h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$523
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/217:40 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop15h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/288:10 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop27h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$526
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:20 amSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/196:45 amLYS - SFO
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$559
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/214:20 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop25h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/286:20 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/11$575
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/411:40 amSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 55mAir Canada
Tue 8/192:00 pmLYS - SFO
2 stops29h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$595
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/217:45 pmLAX - LYS
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/127:50 pmLYS - LAX
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$599
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/297:50 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop27h 50mVueling
Fri 9/53:35 pmLYS - LAX
1 stop36h 40mVueling
Deal found 6/9$603
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:00 amLAX - LYS
2 stops19h 35mAir Canada
Wed 8/202:00 pmLYS - LAX
2 stops40h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:05 pmLAX - LYS
1 stop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/206:50 amLYS - LAX
2 stops35h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$640
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/411:30 pmSFO - LYS
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/196:45 amLYS - SFO
2 stops17h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$679
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/139:00 amLAX - LYS
2 stops16h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/236:10 amLYS - LAX
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$697
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:30 amSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 05mBrussels Airlines
Fri 9/192:00 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop15h 36mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 6/11$699

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Lyon that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Lyon

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

7:30 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 11/16

8:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$523

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 10/28

8:10 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$526

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

8:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 8/19

6:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$559

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

4:20 pm-2:30 am

1 stop25h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 10/28

6:20 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$575

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

11:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop13h 55m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 8/19

2:00 pm-10:33 am

2 stops29h 33m

$595

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 7/21

7:45 pm-8:30 am

2 stops27h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 10/12

7:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$599

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

7:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 9/5

3:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop36h 40m

$603

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

6:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 8/20

2:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$611

Los AngelesLyon

LAX - LYS

LAXLYS

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

12:05 pm-10:35 am

1 stop13h 30m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 8/20

2:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$653

San FranciscoLyon

SFO - LYS

SFOLYS

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

11:30 pm-10:35 am

2 stops26h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 8/19

6:45 am-3:20 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$679

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Best time to book a flight from California to Lyon

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Lyon

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Lyon?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from California to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Lyon as you normally would.

Rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 1.6 - 3.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lyon when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lyon, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lyon. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Lyon, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and LOT. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Lyon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from California?

    Most people fly into Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) if they book a flight to Lyon from California. Lyon-Saint Exupéry is conveniently located just 12.5 mi from Lyon’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Lyon one-way?

    $307 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Iberia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scandinavian Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from $397 and $457, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Lyon?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Lyon-Saint Exupéry, Los Angeles - Lyon-Saint Exupéry or San Jose - Lyon-Saint Exupéry when deciding on the best route from California to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Lyon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Lyon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Lyon?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from California to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Lyon

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Lyon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$394Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$614Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$649Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$668Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$671Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$674Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$683Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$700Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$1,077Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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