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Cheapest round-trip
$518
Typical prices: $551-$775
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Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
LYS - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$360
Typical prices: $403-$676
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Fri 11/9
LYS - JFK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lyon and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $512 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 10h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to John F Kennedy Intl (LYS-JFK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lyon to John F Kennedy Intl

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:45 am - 7:29 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 44m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dublin
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9:15 pm - 11:40 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
20h 25m2 stops Dublin Madrid Barajas
$518Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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7:00 pm - 11:20 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:05 pm - 1:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
$519British Airways
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:00 am - 1:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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6:25 pm - 10:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
22h 05m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$519Brussels Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:25 pm - 3:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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5:45 pm - 1:40 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$519Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 11
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8:10 pm - 3:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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5:35 pm - 1:40 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$519Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 20
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7:00 am - 1:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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3:55 pm - 10:05 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$519Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20
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10:45 am - 8:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 20m1 stop Vienna Intl
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9:50 pm - 6:00 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$519Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 1:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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3:55 pm - 10:05 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$519Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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12:50 pm - 2:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 25m1 stop Vienna Intl
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5:30 pm - 12:15 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$520Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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12:50 pm - 2:15 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 25m1 stop Vienna Intl
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5:30 pm - 12:15 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$520Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at $538 round-trip.
•July ($864) and August ($834) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$360
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flight from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lyon to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lyon to John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 8% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 7% on the Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $621 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $664, a difference of $43. 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 40% above the route average of $642. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,821 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $369, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 50m, compared with 10h 50m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 11h 22m via Dublin (DUB).

  • What is the time difference between Lyon and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 6 hours behind Lyon (Eastern Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $551 to $775, with an average of $642 over the past 12 months. Anything below $551 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $621 - about $43 less than Monday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $538 round-trip in that month - typically $326 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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