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Cheapest round-trip
$856
Typical prices: $1,091-$1,763
British Airways
Sun 12/30Fri 1/12
SMF - LYS • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Lyon (SMF-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Lyon

Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 12
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8:06 am - 12:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
43h 04m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
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2:20 pm - 5:43 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
36h 23m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
$856British Airways
Thu, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 12
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2:15 pm - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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10:40 am - 9:06 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 26m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl
$875Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 14
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7:00 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 am - 3:21 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
39h 01m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Vancouver Intl
$898Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 13
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10:11 am - 5:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
22h 34m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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9:45 am - 10:18 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 33m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$905Delta
Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 13
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7:00 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 7:52 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 22m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco
$907Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 11
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7:00 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:00 pm - 9:06 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
41h 06m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Denver Intl
$919Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 10
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7:00 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:00 pm - 9:13 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
41h 13m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Los Angeles
$969Lufthansa
Mon, Dec 28 - Thu, Jan 14
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7:00 am - 9:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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9:20 am - 3:21 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
39h 01m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Vancouver Intl
$1,003Lufthansa
Mon, Dec 28 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:00 am - 11:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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10:40 am - 9:06 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 26m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl
$1,012Lufthansa
Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 11
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7:00 am - 9:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:40 pm - 9:06 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SMF Sacramento Intl
35h 26m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Denver Intl
$1,023Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Lyon flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Lyon?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Lyon typically range from $1,091 to $1,763. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $856, on British Airways.

Key details for Sacramento to Lyon flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$856
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 2% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Sacramento to Lyon

When to book flights from Sacramento to Lyon

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Your Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Lyon?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Lyon:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Lyon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Lyon range from $1,091 to $1,763, with an average of $1,258 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,091 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Lyon changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $856 to $2,351. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 averaging $45 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Lyon usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 70% on flights from Sacramento to Lyon. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,151 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $3,792, a difference of $2,641.

    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 is the time difference between Sacramento and Lyon?

    Lyon is 9 hours ahead of Sacramento (Central European Time vs Pacific 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 Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, Place Carnot and Tour Part-Dieu. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sacramento 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,151, about $2,641 less than Wednesday fares (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Lyon trip for January. Fares historically average $738 round-trip in that month - typically $1,038 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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