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Cheapest round-trip
$471
Typical prices: $621-$938
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
LYS - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$458
Typical prices: $569-$858
British Airways
Tue 10/23
LYS - ORD • 1 stop
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 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 15% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $513 (round-trip)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 11h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to O'Hare Intl (LYS-ORD)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:20 am - 7:25 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Dublin
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3:55 pm - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 30m2 stops Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol
$471Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 31
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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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8:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$560Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 29
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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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8:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$573Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
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2:25 pm - 5:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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8:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$577Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
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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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8:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$577Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
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8:10 pm - 4:45 pmLYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$577Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
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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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8:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$579Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24
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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 - 2:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
12h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$582Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 31
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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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8:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$582Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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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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6:00 pm - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
11h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$621Lufthansa
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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 from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 35% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $625 round-trip.
  • July ($1,021) and August ($963) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 52% 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

$458
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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:

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Lyon to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $651 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $999, a difference of $348. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 86% above the route average of $737. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 0h 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 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 $563, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 26m, compared with 11h 36m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 12h 05m 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 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 starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • 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 $621 to $938, with an average of $737 over the past 12 months. Anything below $621 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $651 - about $348 less than Sunday (35% 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 52% 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 February. Fares historically average $625 round-trip in that month - typically $396 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Lyon to O'Hare Intl

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Lyon (LYS)
O'Hare Intl (ORD)