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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,283. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lyon.$941 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $941, select.
Lyon.$942 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.
Lyon.$942 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.
Lyon.$1,023 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Icelandair and Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,023, select.
Lyon.$1,165 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,165, select.
Lyon.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Lyon on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.
Lyon.$1,194 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,194, select.
Lyon.$1,255 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Sun, 4 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,255, select.
Lyon.$1,283 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Lyon on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,283, select.
Lyon.$1,385 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,385, select.
Lyon.$1,603 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 May, returning Mon, 31 May.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 26 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lyon on Mon, 31 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,603, select.
Lyon.$1,768 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 May, returning Sun, 6 Jun.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Lyon on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,768, select.
Lyon.$1,960 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Lyon on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,960, select.
Lyon.$3,492 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Lyon on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,492, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon: Alternative routes

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Chicago to Lyon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$941
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon is $941. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $941.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Lyon is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Lyon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lyon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lyon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, TAP Air Portugal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lyon.

Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between ORD and LYS include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Dublin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lyon Airport (LYS)

  • $456 is the lowest price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Return flights start from $941. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ORD to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport.

Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

  • When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)

  • If you're getting in on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near LYS:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Lyon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Lyon and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Lyon Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ORD to LYS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of France

  • Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in France, consider Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are the start of reasons to visit.

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