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$457+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lyon (LYS)

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CHI — LYS
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lyon (LYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

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April

Round-trip from

$531
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$457
(Trip.com)
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This 123 Milhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 123 Milhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 35mAir France
Mon 12/166:55 amLYS - ORD
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Deal found 10/31$670
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2911:55 amORD - LYS
1 stop22h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/66:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$673
This MaxMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure MaxMilhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:20 amORD - LYS
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/166:25 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$779
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/93:35 pmORD - LYS
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/166:20 amLYS - ORD
2 stops40h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$785
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:15 pmORD - LYS
2 stops37h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 1/101:30 pmLYS - ORD
2 stops34h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$791
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/227:28 amORD - LYS
2 stops20h 37mAir Canada
Sat 11/3012:55 pmLYS - ORD
2 stops26h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 10/31$837
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/149:48 amORD - LYS
2 stops31h 07mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/196:20 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop28h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/31$838
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/91:30 pmMDW - LYS
2 stops17h 15mDelta
Mon 12/167:00 amLYS - MDW
2 stops18h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/31$845
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/289:31 amMDW - LYS
2 stops18h 39mAir France
Thu 12/57:00 amLYS - MDW
2 stops17h 02mAir France
Deal found 10/30$900
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2711:15 amMDW - LYS
2 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1112:55 pmLYS - MDW
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,600
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/299:55 pmORD - LYS
2 stops29h 45mLOT
Thu 1/911:10 amLYS - ORD
1 stop15h 50mLOT
Deal found 10/29$3,509
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/292:40 pmORD - LYS
2 stops44h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/96:50 pmLYS - ORD
3 stops47h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$38,836

Find flights from Chicago to Lyon within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Lyon that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/2

9:55 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$457

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/24

9:13 pm-11:05 am

2 stops30h 52m

$498

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/24

4:45 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$506

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/18

11:12 am-11:55 pm

3 stops29h 43m

$507

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/2

6:30 am-9:55 am

2 stops20h 25m

$567

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/23

5:20 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$682

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/22

6:20 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$764

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/21

4:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$1,063

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/19

3:55 pm-9:55 am

1 stop11h 00m

$1,131

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/24

7:35 am-10:15 am

2 stops19h 40m

$583

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Lyon

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Lyon in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Lyon flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Lyon flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Lyon flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Lyon flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Lyon flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Lyon

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lyon from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Lyon

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Lyon including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Lyon?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lyon (average of $648). Flying from Chicago to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Lyon in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lyon ranges from 1.6 - 3.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lyon when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Lyon by month

Plan your trip to Lyon by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lyon, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lyon. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and Air France from Chicago to Lyon have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
876 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
829 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,202 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Lyon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lyon from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Lyon from Chicago, you will be flying to Lyon-Saint Exupéry, which is the city’s only airport. Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is located 12.5 mi from the center of Lyon. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry per day from 7 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Lyon for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Lyon for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $531, but on average you can expect to pay $3,309.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Lyon round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Lyon, with prices starting at $531. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $588 and $607, respectively. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Lyon one-way?

    $457 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LOT. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and Iberia, with prices starting from $498 and $506, respectively.

  • What does ORD to LYS mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to LYS flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Lyon that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Lyon flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Lyon with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Lyon flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Lyon that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Lyon flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Lyon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Lyon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Lyon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Lyon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Lyon that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Lyon offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Lyon?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Lyon flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Lyon flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Lyon flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Lyon?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lyon (average of $648). Flying from Chicago to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Lyon

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Lyon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$490Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$558Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$655Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$683Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$730Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$792Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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