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Cheapest round-trip
$654
Typical prices: $679-$1,068
Iberia, British Airways
Tue 12/25Fri 1/5
LYS - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$344
Typical prices: $499-$755
Iberia
Mon 1/15
LYS - LAX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lyon and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Cheapest • Avg $383 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 14h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Los Angeles (LYS-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lyon to Los Angeles

Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:10 am - 4:40 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
19h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:00 pm - 6:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
$654Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Apr 13
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2:20 pm - 8:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
14h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:55 pm - 7:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$654Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:55 pm - 11:45 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
25h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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5:50 pm - 6:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$658Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 20
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1:35 pm - 8:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
15h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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9:40 am - 11:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Madrid Barajas
$662Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:55 pm - 11:45 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
25h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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5:50 pm - 6:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$662Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Apr 6
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1:55 pm - 8:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
15h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:55 pm - 7:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$663Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 15
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11:20 am - 6:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:15 pm - 8:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
$663Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
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1:40 pm - 7:36 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
26h 56m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 11:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
20h 05m2 stops San Francisco Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$667United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15
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11:25 am - 6:25 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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9:00 pm - 8:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$686British Airways
Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 15
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12:35 pm - 6:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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9:00 pm - 8:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$686British Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lyon to Los Angeles flights

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

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Los Angeles, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Los Angeles?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Los Angeles at $654 round-trip.
  • August ($1,207) and July ($1,199) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lyon to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Los Angeles are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lyon to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$344
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 49% increase in price.
Flight from Lyon to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Lyon to Los Angeles

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Lyon to Los Angeles usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lyon to Los Angeles.

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 10% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Lyon to Los Angeles route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $738 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $985, a difference of $247. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Lyon to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 5,897 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lyon to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lyon to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 38% above the route average of $813. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Los Angeles?

    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 are flight prices from Lyon to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lyon to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $375, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 11m, compared with 14h 23m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 14h 29m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Lyon and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Lyon (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Lyon to Los Angeles range from $679 to $1,068, with an average of $813 over the past 12 months. Anything below $679 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $738 - about $247 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average $654 round-trip in that month - typically $553 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Everything you need to know for your flight from Lyon to Los Angeles

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Lyon (LYS)
Los Angeles (LAX)