What airlines fly to Lyon?

United Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines and Aer Lingus are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lyon from Chicago according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lyon. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Lyon on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry?

Aer Lingus, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and Air Transat are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Lyon?

Flights via Copenhagen (CPH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $717.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Lyon?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 23m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Lyon?

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Lyon?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 15m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is 3 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:20 pm - 10:05 am

ORD

LYS

31h 45m1 stop

8:10 pm - 4:45 pm

LYS

ORD

27h 35m1 stop

$540Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30

7:20 pm - 10:05 am

ORD

LYS

31h 45m1 stop

8:10 pm - 4:55 pm

LYS

ORD

27h 45m1 stop

$593Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

11:50 am - 9:35 am

ORD

LYS

14h 45m1 stop

10:30 am - 6:15 pm

LYS

ORD

38h 45m1 stop

$601Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, May 6

7:50 pm - 6:15 pm

ORD

LYS

15h 25m1 stop

10:30 am - 6:15 pm

LYS

ORD

38h 45m1 stop

$615Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8

7:15 pm - 7:20 pm

ORD

LYS

17h 05m1 stop

8:00 pm - 4:10 pm

LYS

ORD

27h 10m1 stop

$621Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Sun, May 10

1:28 pm - 10:50 am

MDW

LYS

14h 22m2 stops

6:40 am - 5:55 pm

LYS

MDW

18h 15m2 stops

$931Delta

Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30

1:49 pm - 10:50 am

MDW

LYS

14h 01m2 stops

6:40 am - 5:29 pm

LYS

MDW

17h 49m2 stops

$980Air France

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

11:45 am - 10:35 am

MDW

LYS

15h 50m2 stops

6:40 am - 5:29 pm

LYS

MDW

17h 49m2 stops

$991Air France

Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30

10:46 am - 9:50 am

MDW

LYS

16h 04m2 stops

6:55 am - 4:16 pm

LYS

MDW

16h 21m2 stops

$1,100Delta

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

11:00 am - 8:15 am

MDW

LYS

15h 15m2 stops

9:55 am - 10:05 am

LYS

MDW

30h 10m2 stops

$1,234Multiple Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Lyon

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 11

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 45m

1 stop

LYS9:35 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

May 6

LYS10:30 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

38h 45m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$601

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 1

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LYS6:15 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Apr 8

LYS10:30 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

38h 45m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$615

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 22

ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 15m

1 stop

LYS9:35 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

Mar 30

LYS10:30 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

38h 45m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$648

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LOT flights from Chicago to Lyon

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LOT

Feb 11

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 00m

1 stop

LYS10:55 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

May 6

LYS7:20 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

26h 50m

1 stop

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$867

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Mar 26

ORD10:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

LYS6:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Apr 5

LYS7:20 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

31h 30m

1 stop

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$908

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Dec 23

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

LYS6:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Dec 28

LYS7:15 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

31h 40m

2 stops

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,493

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ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

7:20 pm-10:05 am

1 stop31h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 1/30

8:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$540

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

7:20 pm-10:05 am

1 stop31h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 2/7

8:10 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$593

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

11:50 am-9:35 am

1 stop14h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 5/6

10:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop38h 45m

$601

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

7:50 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 4/8

10:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop38h 45m

$615

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

7:15 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 5/10

8:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$621

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

1:28 pm-10:50 am

2 stops14h 22m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 1/30

6:40 am-5:55 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$931

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/30

1:49 pm-10:50 am

2 stops14h 01m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 2/6

6:40 am-5:29 pm

2 stops17h 49m

$980

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

11:45 am-10:35 am

2 stops15h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 1/30

6:40 am-5:29 pm

2 stops17h 49m

$991

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/31

10:46 am-9:50 am

2 stops16h 04m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 2/7

6:55 am-4:16 pm

2 stops16h 21m

$1,100

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/13

11:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops15h 15m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 3/22

9:55 am-10:05 am

2 stops30h 10m

$1,234

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lyon?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Lyon. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $713. The most expensive day to fly to Lyon is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,099.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lyon?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Lyon flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Lyon in the morning for as low as $755. Flights to Lyon are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $866. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How have Chicago to Lyon flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Chicago to Lyon flights are approximately 42% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	12h 46m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Lyon takes 12h 46m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Lyon. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Lyon.

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How far is Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry by plane?
A flight from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry will travel around 4341.4 mi. 12h 46m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is 3 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Lyon?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Lyon, the leading airline is Air France, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Lyon

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,606 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $704	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $1,055	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,395 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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