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Flight deals from Seattle to Lyon Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,239. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in September.

Seattle to Lyon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Seattle to Lyon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lyon.

Seattle to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,234
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to Lyon is $1,239. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Seattle to Lyon. But we found flights with one stop from $1,234.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Seattle to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Lyon is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Lyon Airport on Thursday, 17 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Seattle and Lyon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lyon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lyon is Turkish Airlines .

Travelling from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know

  • Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Seattle.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to LYS.

  • In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to LYS leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.

Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)

About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon

  • Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Lyon. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • At the moment, $689 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,239. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to LYS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on flight tickets from Seattle to LYS.

  • Find an affordable flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Lyon based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your Seattle to LYS flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 31ºC.

  • January sees temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Lyon

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Lyon right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport:

  • Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Lyon must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Odeon of Lyon.

Explore more of France

  • Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of France, consider Nice, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are key reasons to visit.

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