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Cheapest round-trip
$523
Typical prices: $590-$1,021
Iberia
Fri 2/16Fri 2/23
BOS - LYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$297
Typical prices: $355-$561
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/25
BOS - LYS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Boston and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 37% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $650 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Lyon (BOS-LYS)

 

Cheap flights from Boston to Lyon with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 26
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5:40 pm - 2:55 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:15 pm - 4:10 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
26h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$509Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
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8:00 pm - 6:40 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
16h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:10 am - 6:25 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
18h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$523Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:00 pm - 10:10 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 10m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:20 pm - 2:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
26h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$611TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
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10:10 pm - 5:35 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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10:55 am - 8:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
15h 20m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$618TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:05 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 35m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:40 pm - 12:27 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
28h 47m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$678United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Jan 14
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10:25 am - 11:05 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 40m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:40 pm - 4:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
32h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$678United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Jan 10
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5:15 pm - 2:10 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 55m1 stop Dublin
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11:10 am - 7:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
14h 05m1 stop Dublin
$681Aer Lingus
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Jan 14
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7:40 pm - 11:05 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
33h 25m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:40 pm - 7:02 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
11h 22m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$691Air Canada
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Jan 14
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6:35 pm - 11:05 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:40 pm - 2:53 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
31h 13m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$691Air Canada
Sun, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 28
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9:20 pm - 2:10 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 50m1 stop Dublin
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10:10 am - 2:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BOS Boston Logan Intl
10h 45m1 stop Dublin
$737Aer Lingus

Price, demand and travel trends for Boston to Lyon flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Lyon?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Lyon. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Lyon?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Lyon at $488 round-trip.
•December ($1,540) and June ($1,090) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 215% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Boston to Lyon the cheapest?

Flights from Boston to Lyon are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Boston to Lyon flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$297
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Boston to Lyon

When to book flights from Boston to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Boston to Lyon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Boston to Lyon flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Boston to Lyon?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Boston to Lyon:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Boston to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Boston to Lyon takes 00m, covering 3,637 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Boston to Lyon?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Boston to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Boston to Lyon range from $590 to $1,021, with an average of $773 over the past 12 months. Anything below $590 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Boston to Lyon flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $773 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Boston to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Boston to Lyon are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $412.

  • What car rental options are available at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)?

    Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Rentscape
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Ok Mobility
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Boston to Lyon?

    Flights from Boston to Lyon usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Boston to Lyon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Boston to Lyon most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Boston to Lyon?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Boston to Lyon. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $738 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $870, a difference of $132.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Boston to Lyon?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 17m, compared with 10h 31m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 10h 36m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Boston and Lyon?

    Lyon is 6 hours ahead of Boston (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Centre de congrès de Lyon, Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Place des Terreaux. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines have lounges in Logan Airport?

    There are different airline lounges in Logan Airport accessible to passengers flying business class, first class, or elite status flyers that frequently use those airlines. The airline lounges include the Air France Lounge on level 2 of terminal E, British Airways Lounge, and Emirates Lounge on level 3 of terminal E.

  • Does Logan Airport offer family services?

    To access the baby care facilities, go to either Terminal A, both the landside and airside; terminal B next to Gates B37 and B7, or Mamava Suites next to entrance B18; the Terminal C Mamava Suites near Gate C8; or the Terminal E Mamava Suites near Gates E1 and E9. The airport also has multiple KidPorts, located in Terminal A close to gate 18, in Terminal B next to Gates 15 and 16, Terminal B close to Gates 30 and 36, and Terminal C next to Gate 25. The KidPorts are play areas where your kids can engage in interactive activities before your flight departure time. There are also rest areas throughout the airport.

  • Does Lyon Airport offer foreign exchange services to international passengers?

    Lyon Airport has cash machines that could serve your financial needs. They are located in the check-in areas, landside of Terminals 1, level 1, and check-in area Terminal 2, level 0.

  • What are the best transportation options from Lyon Airport to the city center?

    Lyon Airport has free shuttles linked to the car rental area where agencies such as Avis, Alamo, Europcar, and others offer rental services to passengers. If you prefer a taxi, outside the airport is a taxi stand with available metered taxis. For fast transportation, you can take either the high-speed trains or the cheaper OUIGO trains commuting every 15 minutes.

Your guide to booking Boston to Lyon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $738, about $132 less than Friday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Boston to Lyon trip for April. Fares historically average $488 round-trip in that month - typically $1,052 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is one of the largest airports in the United States and has four terminals A, B, C, and E. Three terminals are connected by walkways and serviced by inter-terminal shuttles. The shuttles have six routes available for movement around the airport.
  • The estimated figure for carbon emission of a flight flying from Boston to Lyon is about 3,715 lbs. Air France, Delta Air Lines, Azore Airlines, and others, have proven minimal carbon emission on the BOS-LYS route. You could fly Air France to Lyon from Boston as it has an emission of 42% less CO₂.
  • Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) has baggage carts available that go for a refundable deposit of around €1 ($1.03) on a coin-only basis. You can also use free tokens in the arrivals hall and car parks. For the safety of your luggage, you could use luggage wrapping services available in Terminal 1 landside and departure area at a rate of about €12 ($12.32) per wrapped bag.
  • Lyon Airport has an unaccompanied minor (UM) service that helps minors who travel alone to ensure their safety. The UM program allows children between the ages 4 to 11 to travel alone; however, juveniles between 12-17 years can either choose to use the UM program service or travel alone.
  • If you want to travel with your pet, you must ensure that your pet is within the required weight for travel, 11 lbs. If you can't travel with your pet on the same flight, Lyon Airport has shipping options to transport Fido. Handicapped passengers traveling with guide dogs are exempt.

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