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Cheapest round-trip
$804
Typical prices: $781-$1,342
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Tue 10/2Tue 10/9
SEA - LYS • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$311
Typical prices: $445-$650
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/14
SEA - LYS • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Lyon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 31% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Cheapest • Avg $799 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Lyon (SEA-LYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Lyon

Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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3:55 pm - 8:50 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
31h 55m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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2:05 pm - 1:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 40m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
$804Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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3:55 pm - 9:05 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
32h 10m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Brussels Bruxelles-National Barcelona-El Prat
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1:10 pm - 1:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 35m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Kastrup Copenhagen
$816Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:50 pm - 5:05 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:55 am - 12:20 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
14h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$845Lufthansa
Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 11
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2:50 pm - 12:15 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:40 pm - 9:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
40h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$869United Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 11
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10:40 pm - 11:05 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
27h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:40 pm - 9:05 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
40h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$870United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:50 pm - 12:15 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 12:00 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$882Lufthansa
Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 11
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6:45 pm - 6:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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9:45 am - 4:50 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
16h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
$892British Airways
Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 14
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6:45 pm - 5:40 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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9:45 am - 4:50 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
16h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
$905British Airways
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:45 pm - 6:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:20 am - 11:50 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$959Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:45 pm - 6:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:20 am - 11:50 amLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$960Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Lyon flights

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

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Lyon, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 41% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Lyon?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Lyon at $692 round-trip.
  • June ($1,469) and August ($1,268) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 112% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Seattle to Lyon flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$311
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Seattle to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle 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 Seattle to Lyon 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 Seattle to Lyon?

    Flights from Seattle to Lyon usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Seattle to Lyon.

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

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

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Seattle to Lyon route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $841 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,419, a difference of $578. 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 Lyon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lyon are Lyon-Part-Dieu Station, Lyon City Centre and Tour Part-Dieu. These are among the most viewed places in Lyon on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Seattle to Lyon?

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to Lyon takes 0h 00m, covering 5,252 miles.

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

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

    • 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.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 are flight prices from Seattle to Lyon looking right now?

    One-way fares from Seattle to Lyon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,582, which is 213% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 14m, compared with 14h 00m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 14h 12m via Dublin (DUB).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Lyon?

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

  • 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
    · Ok Mobility
    · Europcar
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Lyon range from $781 to $1,342, with an average of $1,000 over the past 12 months. Anything below $781 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Seattle to Lyon 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 Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $841 - about $578 less than Saturday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Lyon trip for November. Fares historically average $692 round-trip in that month - typically $777 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Seattle (SEA)
Lyon (LYS)