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1:10 pm - 5:40 pmMDW-LYS
21h 30m2 stops
2:15 pm - 5:03 pmLYS-MDW
33h 48m2 stops
$794Air France
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Wed, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 30
1:00 pm - 9:55 amORD-LYS
13h 55m1 stop
11:40 am - 8:11 pmLYS-ORD
15h 31m1 stop
$807Air Canada
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Mon, Jun 10 - Fri, Jun 21
8:10 am - 11:05 amORD-LYS
19h 55m1 stop
9:55 pm - 5:07 pmLYS-ORD
26h 12m1 stop
$820British Airways
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Thu, Jun 13 - Thu, Jun 20
2:00 pm - 1:15 pmMDW-LYS
16h 15m2 stops
6:00 am - 5:03 pmLYS-MDW
18h 03m2 stops
$838Delta
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Mon, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 30
10:20 am - 9:30 amORD-LYS
16h 10m2 stops
10:20 am - 3:00 pmLYS-ORD
11h 40m1 stop
$849Delta
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Wed, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 16
8:53 am - 7:20 pmORD-LYS
27h 27m2 stops
9:20 am - 9:01 amLYS-ORD
30h 41m2 stops
$900United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 24 - Wed, Aug 7
8:20 am - 10:40 amORD-LYS
19h 20m1 stop
8:00 pm - 6:15 pmLYS-ORD
29h 15m1 stop
$932British Airways
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Wed, May 29 - Mon, Jun 3
9:25 pm - 7:20 pmORD-LYS
14h 55m1 stop
2:55 pm - 7:50 amLYS-ORD
23h 55m2 stops
$934United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 24 - Wed, Aug 7
4:00 pm - 6:10 pmORD-LYS
19h 10m1 stop
8:00 pm - 12:15 pmLYS-ORD
23h 15m1 stop
$1,036Lufthansa
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Fri, May 31 - Mon, Jun 3
4:00 pm - 6:10 pmORD-LYS
19h 10m1 stop
8:00 pm - 12:15 pmLYS-ORD
23h 15m1 stop
$1,055Lufthansa
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Fri, May 31 - Tue, Jun 4
1:13 pm - 5:25 pmMDW-LYS
21h 12m2 stops
Fri, Sep 20
6:00 am - 7:55 amORD-LYS
42h 55m3 stops
Thu, Aug 8
5:01 am - 7:55 amMDW-LYS
43h 54m3 stops
Thu, Aug 8
3:45 pm - 9:30 amORD-LYS
10h 45m1 stop
$618Aer Lingus
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Thu, Aug 1
3:45 pm - 9:30 amORD-LYS
10h 45m1 stop
$620Aer Lingus
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Sat, Jul 20
4:20 pm - 12:10 pmORD-LYS
12h 50m1 stop
$622Austrian Airlines
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Sun, Aug 11
10:55 am - 9:55 amORD-LYS
16h 00m1 stop
$623Air Canada
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Thu, Aug 1
6:00 am - 9:55 amORD-LYS
20h 55m2 stops
$650Air Canada
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Thu, Aug 1
5:15 pm - 11:05 amORD-LYS
10h 50m1 stop
$666Delta
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Thu, Aug 8
5:59 pm - 1:15 pmMDW-LYS
12h 16m2 stops
$666Delta
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Thu, Aug 8
8:30 pm - 9:35 amORD-LYS
30h 05m1 stop
7:05 pm - 9:40 amLYS-ORD
21h 35m1 stop
$1,667Turkish Airlines
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Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24
10:45 am - 12:00 pmORD-LYS
42h 15m2 stops
6:20 am - 9:56 amLYS-ORD
34h 36m2 stops
$1,857TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24
7:15 pm - 12:00 pmORD-LYS
33h 45m2 stops
6:20 am - 4:00 pmLYS-ORD
16h 40m1 stop
$1,880
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Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24
2:15 pm - 11:05 amMDW-LYS
13h 50m2 stops
6:45 am - 6:07 pmLYS-MDW
18h 22m2 stops
$2,911Delta
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Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24
6:55 pm - 8:20 pmORD-LYS
42h 25m3 stops
6:40 am - 2:25 pmLYS-ORD
38h 45m2 stops
$13,134
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Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24
6:55 pm - 8:20 pmORD-LYS
42h 25m3 stops
6:40 am - 5:25 pmLYS-ORD
41h 45m3 stops
$13,144
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Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24

Flights from Chicago to Lyon - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Lyon to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Lyon?

The average price of all flights from Chicago to Lyon clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Lyon on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Chicago to Lyon. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Lyon?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago to Lyon, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Lyon is January, where tickets cost $628 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,350 and $1,170 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Lyon?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago to Lyon, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Lyon, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 31 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lyon?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from Chicago to Lyon found on KAYAK was with Aer Lingus for $618. Air France proposed a round-trip connection from $794 and Air Canada from $807.

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Low season

November

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$334
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Lyon

When to book flights from Chicago to Lyon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Lyon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Lyon

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Lyon?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Lyon was $334 for a one-way ticket and $794 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Lyon?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Lyon?

    When flying out of Chicago you will be using one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Lyon-Saint Exupéry.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Lyon?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Lyon?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Lyon, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Lyon, Delta or Air France?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Lyon are Delta and Air France. With an average price for the route of $1,069 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Air France is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,076 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Lyon?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Lyon.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Lyon?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lyon from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Lyon?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Lyon with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Lyon?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Lyon from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Lyon

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Lyon. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.5
Air FranceOverall score based on 1764 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.5Boarding
8.2Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.2Food
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My only issue was my meal was inedible except for the sides.

8.0 ExcellentCarissa, May 2024LUX - CDG
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My only issue was my meal was inedible except for the sides.

Old cabine without flat bed in business for a 12 hour flight is not acceptable

Generally good. The crew is excellent. The food could be better.

Did not find the wheelchair that supposed to assist and went to a long queue for transit security chk which was very slow and boarding desk wanted to close counter although that they knew that I am minutes away because of their mistake of not providing the wheelchair.

Boarding was smooth and on time. The seat was comfortable and the entertainment worked. Staff were gracious.

Business class in the second leg - CDG-EVN was a disaster.

I have used Air France and KLM many times it will help if they change their menu's feel like it's been the same for years!!!, Especially the breakfast. Overall the flight was good and enjoyable.

No birding was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

We transited through Chad and what was supposed to be a 1hr 20 minutes transit time lasted over 4hrs. We didn't get regular updates until we complained. After a 10hr flight from Paris no form of refreshment given and finally arrived Abuja over 6hrs later and none of my bags came

The line at boarding was not well organized and managed

Energetic crew - flight full of swiftied going to Taylor's opening show in Paris! Long lines for bathroom made out kind of suck though

I’ve had a couple flights this week on United that were delayed by an hour or more

Great! The plane was decently sized and comfortable. The staff was nice and there was great in flight entertainment

Last minute gate change nearly caused us to miss our flight. Change was not announced or displayed in the main board at the old gate. Terrible communication. When we landed we had to wait 20 minutes because there was another plane at the assigned gate. Not the crew’s fault, but adding 20 minutes to a 45 minute flight sucked.

Nothing beats ANA customer service on my opinion. Maybe because of their Japanese culture (and food). Arigatō

delay several times and wait extra long to board. no entertainment service because there are problem for some rows. always encounter some delays for the last flight of the day.

Flight delayed for 2 hours due to a part. The plane sat waiting for boarding for a long time and during final preflight inspection the issue was found. Why not do the preflight inspection sooner if you know the plane is being used?

The flight experience was very good! Especially the United Club!

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

Aircraft has better leg room than any of United's larger planes. We had requested mobility assistance for this and related flights. United's response to all was superb.

I fly to the USA every 6wks on Ave and 99% of the time I fly Aer Lingus. If I fly BA I’m always disappointed. My only criticism is the food. I’m vegan and over the last year it’s got slightly better these last couple of flights but on the whole it’s not good! Salad and fruit salad for breakfast and that’s also the starter and desert for the lunch/dinner and the main is usually rice with fried veg 😳the pasta is pretty good though. That’s been the last 2 meals…. Everything else is fantastic.

The flight was half full and I presume that the next few days are even less busy not sure why they are still charging a premium to change a flight.

Are Longus was fine. I booked thru Kayak and was unable to get my business class seat early. Sat next to galley. Crew forgot to wake me for breakfast.

I loved how they arrange boarding (starting with people seated in back and moving to the front). Flight crew was very polite and welcoming. Seating was ok, I felt like there was enough leg space however it is noticeable when the passenger in front of you sets their seat back.

Nice to be on a flight that wasn't fully booked so there were only two of us in the three seat row.

The only problem was there are games on the entertaiment system. The guy behind me played poker the entire time and poking the back of my seat. I hope they remove these.

Great travel. Wonderful experience. Hope to do it again in the near future. God willing

Aer Lingus doesn't have plug ins for devices at each seat. They also did not give me a dairy free meal as requested and confirmed by staff. It was as if I had not requested anything. Otherwise, they were great!

The transatlantic flight was wonderful. The regional reminded me of jet blue. Crazy and packed. Not enough overhead space and tough on elderly.

All OK. Food, best bring your own. Even a BigMac will be better.

Second time I took this flight, and they lost my luggage both times. Waiting for my suitcase now, last time it took two days to get it back.

Everything could be better. The plain was in Orlando for 3 hours prior to boarding. After boarding all the passengers they found out that plane has a mechanical problem. After an hour the problem was solved, the pilot comes on and states, (We have to go back to the gate and take on more fuel!) Are you kidding me???? Who they have for pilots, Boy scouts?? I barely made my connecting flight to Vienna, but my suitcase did not. I'm still waiting for it, in Gyor, Hungary. Am I having fun yet?? Other passenger were in the same binned. I travelled all over the world both for business and pleasure with all types of airlines. By far of all the carriers I travelled with, Discover is the worst. I'm contemplating to bight the bullet and go back to the US with a different carrier. For International flights, the seats are made for little people. The person in front of me had his seat reclined the whole way, I felt like he was sitting in my lap. For closing, I would not let my dog travel with Discover, yet alone recommend it to an other person. Does it sound like I'm frustrated, Think about having to travel back to the US with them. I'm sure I'll not hear back from you, because nobody wants to hear about bad news, but with all the hype Discover puts out there about their services, nothing could be further from the truth. Joseph A. Nagy

Only problem we experienced was not anything to do with Lufthansa. When changing planes in Frankfurt we spent over an hour on passport control line. Lufthansa did a marvelous job on everything from keeping me informed via texts, to terrific cabin crew.

Bordón could be bettet if the company say before boarding the order of the different groups.

Checked in is easy and it was a smooth flight from LAX to Munich

There is no recline on flight from DFW to FRA. Middle eastern airways provide better recline option for the same class. FRA to Bangalore has better recline option. I bid 100$ for premium economy, my request was declined. But staff handled it without issues.

The Lufthansa part was wonderful. The short connection flight was not.

German crew were very kind. Food was okay but can be better, especially bread was not good, Garbage collection was very poor.

Awful Terrible staff poor communication Flight delayed for an hour with no apology or explanation and no help re missing connecting flight. Resulted in a 7 hour layover at Munich waiting for another connecting flight. Only 15 euros refreshment voucher given. Will not fly Lufthansa again

Both flights were late for what appeared to be the airline’s not having the planes ready. Arrived over 6 hours late.

- OK plane. Basic accommodations. OK food. The digital window shade wasn't working.

- OK plane. Basic accommodations. OK food. The digital window shade wasn't working. - Expect to be woken up more than an hour before landing when they start dinging the bell and making announcements and turning on all cabin lights to serve a snack. I would prefer they remain quiet and only serve people who want to wake up.

Better food and more space in the seats. Also when doing the web check in both times I was going in to your site the minute you open it and there is not really many seats to choose only to buy!!!

It was ok, not as good as it used to be. The Heathrow connection was a disaster - complete anarchy, unknowledgable and skimpy assistance and signage. Gate crew at next flight was great, held the flight while my wife struggled through security.

It was great! The seats were comfortable, and they fed me during the transatlantic flight, something which I have been missing out on for the past 3 years as I travel to and from school.

This flight was cancelled at the last minute. We were rebooked on another flight but a day later. We lost a day of our vacation and paid for a night in a hotel we couldn’t use. The flights we were rebooked on (both American) messed up our seating on both flights-we didn’t get the seats we had paid for. All in all, a terrible experience.

We were told to check our bags at the last minute, and the communication was poor.

Lost our bags in Heathrow, We didn’t receive bags in Mallorca for 3 days, out of a 7 day cycling vacation. Really inconvenient and disappointing!

Charged an extra 65 pounds for overweight suitcase, Not told how much overweight but had no choice but to pay the price. Compare to Delta Airlines where I flew internationally a few days before with this suitcase and no extra charge by Delta. Comfort was horrible. I am just under 6 feet tall, and good that the flight was only 1 1/2 hours, because my knees were in the seat back in front of me the whole flight. I felt that my knees were part way up to my chest. No reason to have the seats that close. I will say to the positive was the flight crew, very friendly and efficient.

We missed the flight to Barcelona because the flight from Baltimore was delayed. We flew on Vueling VW6653. Our luggage didn’t arrive. Please help us get our luggage. We are staying at Hotel Gran Via in Barcelona

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Lyon found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
9/20Fri
2 stops
21h 12mMDW-LYS
$334
8/8Thu
3 stops
42h 55mORD-LYS
$357
8/8Thu
3 stops
43h 54mMDW-LYS
$357
8/1Thu
1 stopAer Lingus
10h 45mORD-LYS
$618
7/20Sat
1 stopAer Lingus
10h 45mORD-LYS
$620
8/11Sun
1 stopAustrian Airlines
12h 50mORD-LYS
$622
8/1Thu
1 stopAir Canada
16h 00mORD-LYS
$623
8/1Thu
2 stopsAir Canada
20h 55mORD-LYS
$650
8/8Thu
1 stopDelta
10h 50mORD-LYS
$666
8/8Thu
2 stopsDelta
12h 16mMDW-LYS
$666

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Last minute flights from Chicago to Lyon

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Chicago to Lyon that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/20Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
30h 05mORD-LYS
5/24Fri
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
21h 35mLYS-ORD
$1,667
5/20Mon
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
42h 15mORD-LYS
5/24Fri
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
34h 36mLYS-ORD
$1,857
5/20Mon
multi-stop
33h 45mORD-LYS
5/24Fri
multi-stop
16h 40mLYS-ORD
$1,880
5/20Mon
multi-stopDelta
13h 50mMDW-LYS
5/24Fri
multi-stopDelta
18h 22mLYS-MDW
$2,911
5/20Mon
multi-stop
42h 25mORD-LYS
5/24Fri
multi-stop
38h 45mLYS-ORD
$13,134
5/20Mon
multi-stop
42h 25mORD-LYS
5/24Fri
multi-stop
41h 45mLYS-ORD
$13,144

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