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$384+ Cheap flights from Lyon (LYS) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — SFO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Lyon to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lyon (LYS) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$620
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$384
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,144
From Lyon-Saint Exupéry to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Lyon to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lyon to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:20 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/279:30 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$620
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 9/38:20 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/87:40 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop15h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$634
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/88:20 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/157:40 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop15h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$635
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:15 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/309:30 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$644
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/258:15 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/97:40 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop15h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$648
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/46:50 amLYS - SFO
2 stops22h 01mAir Canada
Thu 9/2511:40 amSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$655
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/46:50 amLYS - SFO
2 stops22h 01mAir Canada
Thu 9/1811:40 amSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/13$656
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:20 pmLYS - SFO
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/157:40 pmSFO - LYS
1 stop14h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$657
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 11/221:55 pmLYS - SFO
2 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Sat 12/68:25 amSFO - LYS
1 stop17h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$658
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/226:50 amLYS - SFO
2 stops17h 38mAir Canada
Mon 10/68:40 amSFO - LYS
2 stops16h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/13$659
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/46:50 amLYS - SFO
2 stops22h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/2511:40 amSFO - LYS
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$666

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Lyon to San Francisco 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lyon to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Lyon

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 10/16

8:15 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

9:30 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$644

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/29

8:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

7:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$657

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/29

8:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$657

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 9/29

8:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$657

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 10/6

8:20 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops51h 13m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$667

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/4

6:50 am-4:00 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

8:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 05m

$668

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/4

6:50 am-7:51 pm

2 stops22h 01m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

11:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop13h 55m

$669

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 11/9

1:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops34h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 11/23

12:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$670

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/25

2:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop14h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

11:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop13h 55m

$671

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 9/2

8:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$671

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/13

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Lyon to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lyon to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Lyon to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Lyon to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 LYS to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Lyon to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Lyon to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France, Lufthansa, and British Airways from Lyon to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,467 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,317 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lyon to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lyon to San Francisco round-trip from $598. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $601, and Lufthansa, from $640. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lyon to San Francisco 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 Lyon to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Lyon to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$598Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$601Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$640Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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