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

Montreal (YUL) was the most common stop: 20% 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 Brussels (BRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 15m.

What airlines fly to Lyon?

United Airlines, Air France and Scandinavian Airlines 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 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lyon. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Lyon on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Brussels (BRU) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 18m.

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

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

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

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

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 4 as of July 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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Lyon?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $922 to $1,142. The lowest price recently found on this route was $485.

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7:20 pm - 7:25 pmORD-LYS

17h 05m1 stop

8:10 pm - 4:45 pmLYS-ORD

27h 35m1 stop

$485Scandinavian Airlines

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mié., nov. 5 - dom., nov. 16

11:13 am - 10:35 amORD-LYS

16h 22m2 stops

2:00 pm - 4:12 pmLYS-ORD

33h 12m3 stops

$609

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., sep. 23

11:25 am - 9:30 amORD-LYS

15h 05m1 stop

6:05 pm - 11:05 amLYS-ORD

23h 00m1 stop

$621Turkish Airlines

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mié., oct. 8 - mié., oct. 29

11:25 am - 9:30 amORD-LYS

15h 05m1 stop

6:05 pm - 11:05 amLYS-ORD

23h 00m1 stop

$622Turkish Airlines

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mié., oct. 8 - mié., oct. 29

4:00 pm - 1:40 pmORD-LYS

14h 40m1 stop

6:50 am - 12:55 pmLYS-ORD

13h 05m1 stop

$625Lufthansa

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vie., sep. 5 - dom., sep. 14

1:00 pm - 11:05 amORD-LYS

15h 05m2 stops

1:55 pm - 7:30 pmLYS-ORD

12h 35m1 stop

$675Air Canada

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mié., nov. 5 - dom., nov. 16

9:40 pm - 4:40 pmORD-LYS

12h 00m1 stop

6:25 am - 5:28 pmLYS-ORD

17h 03m2 stops

$743United Airlines

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9:40 pm - 4:40 pmORD-LYS

12h 00m1 stop

6:25 am - 4:52 pmLYS-ORD

16h 27m2 stops

$744United Airlines

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3:50 pm - 1:40 pmORD-LYS

14h 50m2 stops

6:25 am - 7:30 pmLYS-ORD

19h 05m2 stops

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9:40 pm - 5:05 pmORD-LYS

12h 25m1 stop

2:35 pm - 7:55 pmLYS-ORD

12h 20m1 stop

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Lufthansa

Sep 5

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

LYS1:40 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Sep 14

LYS6:50 amLyon-Saint Exupéry

13h 05m

1 stop

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Lufthansa

Aug 18

ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 25m

1 stop

LYS5:05 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Aug 25

LYS2:35 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

12h 20m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Nov 2

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 20m

2 stops

LYS11:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Nov 9

LYS6:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

25h 45m

2 stops

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 5

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

LYS7:25 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Nov 16

LYS8:10 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

27h 35m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Aug 16

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

LYS1:35 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Aug 28

LYS8:15 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

26h 55m

1 stop

ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$666

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Aug 16

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

LYS1:35 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

Aug 28

LYS8:15 pmLyon-Saint Exupéry

26h 55m

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ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

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mié. 11/5

7:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

dom. 11/16

8:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$485

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ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/16

11:13 am-10:35 am

2 stops16h 22m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mar. 9/23

2:00 pm-4:12 pm

3 stops33h 12m

$609

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

11:25 am-9:30 am

1 stop15h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mié. 10/29

6:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$621

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

11:25 am-9:30 am

1 stop15h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mié. 10/29

6:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$622

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/5

4:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

dom. 9/14

6:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$625

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

1:00 pm-11:05 am

2 stops15h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

dom. 11/16

1:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$675

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

9:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mié. 10/29

6:25 am-5:28 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$743

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

9:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mié. 10/29

6:25 am-4:52 pm

2 stops16h 27m

$744

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

3:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

mié. 10/29

6:25 am-7:30 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$747

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/18

9:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

lun. 8/25

2:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$757

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Lyon?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Lyon from Chicago during April instead. Flights to Lyon in April, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $727.

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.

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Best Price Found	$285
Fastest flight time	10h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Lyon	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Lyon from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $285. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Lyon found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $485.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Lyon takes 10h 45m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Lyon. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport and Chicago Midway Airport - Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

There is 1 airport near Lyon: Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS)

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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. 10h 45m 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.
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The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is 4 as of July 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 United Airlines, making up 100% of the total bookings.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $683	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,896 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $732	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $765	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,453 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Lyon?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lyon?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Lyon from Chicago during April instead. Flights to Lyon in April, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $727.

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?

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

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

What airlines fly to Lyon?

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

Montreal (YUL) was the most common stop: 20% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 travel time from Chicago to Lyon?

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

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

Brussels (BRU) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 18m.

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