Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco nine hours behind Lyon.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LYS to SFO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LYS and SFO:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
R 6,128 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,238. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
79% of flights that leave from Lyon Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Lyon Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LYS. Whether you have an early flight from Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Travel at your own pace with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit San Francisco in March.
Book your flight from Lyon Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to SFO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.
