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$440+ 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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lyon to San Francisco

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 January 26, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Fri 4/105:20 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop20h 30m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 4/187:35 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop20h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/25$546
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/95:10 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop18h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 3/165:35 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop16h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/25$547
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:20 pm
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop30h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 3/67:10 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop19h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/26$559
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 2/1311:00 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop36h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 2/284:35 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop32h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/26$564
This LEVEL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 LEVEL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/269:40 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop17h 15m
LEVEL
Sun 5/37:40 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop32h 40m
LEVEL
Deal found 1/25$647
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 2/116:25 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop18h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/117:50 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop14h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$684
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/206:45 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/42:40 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop14h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$688
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2011:20 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop15h 40m
Air France
Mon 5/48:10 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop13h 00m
Air France
Deal found 1/26$690
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:30 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop14h 15m
Air France
Mon 4/278:10 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop13h 00m
Air France
Deal found 1/26$693
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/156:30 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop14h 15m
Air France
Mon 5/258:10 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop16h 15m
Air France
Deal found 1/25$694
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:20 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop15h 20m
Lufthansa
Thu 2/261:30 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop13h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$695
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1310:55 am
LYS
-
SFO
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Sun 2/226:50 pm
SFO
-
LYS
1 stop19h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$696

Find 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$546
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$440
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$827
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One-way flight from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 January 26, 2026.
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 2/26

6:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

7:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$559

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 4/26

9:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

7:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$647

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 6/25

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 7/10

11:05 am-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 4/24

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

1:10 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 6/25

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

8:55 am-1:45 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 4/20

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

2:57 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops18h 13m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 4/1

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

3:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 5/15

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 5/25

6:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops19h 25m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 4/26

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

1:10 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$706

LyonSan Francisco

LYS - SFO

LYSSFO

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 3/11

10:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop14h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

8:25 am-10:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$707

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Compare providers for flights from Lyon to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lyon to San Francisco in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lyon-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lyon-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lyon-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lyon-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lyon-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lyon to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Lyon with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Lyon to San Francisco

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 January 23, 2026.

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 34 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 $523). Flying from Lyon to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $857). 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 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 January 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa 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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,747 reviews

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Djermouli,Dec 2025

FRA - SFO

I’m sorry the worst airline united food sales I’m diabetic plus high cholesterol pls seats it’s not comfortable plus screen tv broke I try to charge my phone don’t work I’m not flying with united airlines
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,747 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,747 reviews

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Djermouli,Dec 2025

FRA - SFO

I’m sorry the worst airline united food sales I’m diabetic plus high cholesterol pls seats it’s not comfortable plus screen tv broke I try to charge my phone don’t work I’m not flying with united airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Lyon to San Francisco?

    Airlines like TAP AIR PORTUGAL, LEVEL, and Delta fly from Lyon to San Francisco in about 14h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 15m. The distance between Lyon and San Francisco is about 5815 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lyon to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lyon to San Francisco round-trip from $775. This flight start at 9% 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lyon to San Francisco?

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

  • 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 $523). Flying from Lyon to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $857). 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 airline flying from Lyon to San Francisco

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lyon to San Francisco. 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$775Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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