Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Lyon.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LYS to SFO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LYS and SFO include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $812. A return plane ticket right now is $1,069. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LYS to SFO.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, 69.6% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LYS:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.
Before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to SFO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among its highlights.