What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Lyon?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Lyon flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

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).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Lyon?

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 113% on the overall cost on flights from Sacramento to Lyon.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Lyon?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 27 days in advance to save up to 45% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 27 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Sacramento to Lyon 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $736, or $991 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Lyon?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Lyon from Sacramento average $997. You can even find prices in January for less than $997, as users have found deals to Lyon from as low as $631. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Lyon from Sacramento. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 53%.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Lyon at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Lyon?

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

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Round-trip from	$726 (United Airlines)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$1,376

From Sacramento Intl to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

Wed 8/278:00 amSMF - LYS

2 stops19h 25mUnited Airlines

Fri 10/242:00 pmLYS - SMF

2 stops30h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$726

Wed 8/2711:30 amSMF - LYS

2 stops37h 50mBritish Airways

Fri 10/2411:10 amLYS - SMF

2 stops20h 21mBritish Airways

Deal found 7/28

$789

Wed 12/245:00 amSMF - LYS

2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/41:55 pmLYS - SMF

3 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$1,674

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Wed 8/278:00 amSMF - LYS

2 stops19h 25mUnited Airlines

Fri 10/242:00 pmLYS - SMF

2 stops30h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$726

Wed 8/2711:30 amSMF - LYS

2 stops37h 50mBritish Airways

Fri 10/2411:10 amLYS - SMF

2 stops20h 21mBritish Airways

Deal found 7/28

$789

Wed 12/245:00 amSMF - LYS

2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/41:55 pmLYS - SMF

3 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$1,674

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Wed 8/278:00 amSMF - LYS

2 stops19h 25mUnited Airlines

Fri 10/242:00 pmLYS - SMF

2 stops30h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$726

Wed 8/2711:30 amSMF - LYS

2 stops37h 50mBritish Airways

Fri 10/2411:10 amLYS - SMF

2 stops20h 21mBritish Airways

Deal found 7/28

$789

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Depart

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Price

SacramentoLyon

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 10/24

2:00 pm-11:48 am

2 stops30h 48m

$726

SacramentoLyon

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

11:30 am-10:20 am

2 stops37h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 10/24

11:10 am-10:31 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$789

SacramentoLyon

SMF - LYS

SMFLYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/24

5:00 am-11:05 am

2 stops21h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 1/4

1:55 pm-11:57 am

3 stops31h 02m

$1,674

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from Sacramento 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and British Airways from Sacramento to Lyon. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

British Airways

6.6

Okay

7,208 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Lyon that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Lyon?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Lyon.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Lyon?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Lyon?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from Sacramento 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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