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Cheapest round-trip
$578
Typical prices: $635-$934
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 2/12Wed 2/21
LYS - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$409
Typical prices: $529-$792
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/13
LYS - ORD • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lyon and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)
Cheapest • Avg $533 (round-trip)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 11h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to O'Hare Intl (LYS-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lyon to O'Hare Intl

Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 20
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8:00 pm - 4:10 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:15 pm - 7:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$582Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:10 am - 2:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:35 pm - 1:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
$602Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:10 am - 2:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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8:30 pm - 2:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
10h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
$602Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:10 am - 2:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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8:00 pm - 9:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
18h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
$602Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:10 am - 2:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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8:30 pm - 5:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
14h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$602Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:10 am - 6:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 35m2 stops Madrid Barajas London Heathrow
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6:40 pm - 2:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
$602Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:10 am - 2:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:40 pm - 2:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
$602Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 16
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10:45 am - 7:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:05 pm - 10:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$619Lufthansa
Sat, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 23
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10:45 am - 7:55 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:05 pm - 10:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$619Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:30 am - 1:10 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:50 pm - 5:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
13h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$625Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $635 to $934. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $578, on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $611 round-trip.
•July ($1,021) and August ($902) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$409
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lyon to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lyon to O'Hare 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 4,360 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare 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 much should I expect to pay for a Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $635 to $934, with an average of $757 over the past 12 months. Anything below $635 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 87% above the $757 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $431, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $662 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $905, a difference of $243.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 29m, compared with 11h 41m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 11h 57m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Lyon and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Lyon (Central Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $662, about $243 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $611 round-trip in that month - typically $410 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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