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$424+ Cheap flights from Lyon (LYS) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — CHI
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Wed 6/18
Wed 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Chicago are usually found in February or September, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lyon (LYS) to Chicago (CHI). 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 June 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$672
(Delta)

One-way from

$424
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$747
From Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Lyon to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lyon to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/256:45 amLYS - ORD
2 stops19h 24mDelta
Mon 9/151:35 pmORD - LYS
2 stops13h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/12$672
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/256:45 amLYS - MDW
2 stops18h 52mDelta
Mon 9/1510:35 amMDW - LYS
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/12$672
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:50 amLYS - ORD
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Thu 11/209:50 pmORD - LYS
1 stop12h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$673
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/1110:20 amLYS - ORD
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/186:00 amORD - LYS
3 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$680
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/256:10 amLYS - ORD
2 stops21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1511:46 amORD - LYS
2 stops23h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$682
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2611:40 amLYS - ORD
2 stops26h 47mBritish Airways
Thu 7/247:10 pmORD - LYS
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$683
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/87:00 amLYS - MDW
2 stops16h 23mKLM
Wed 11/59:30 amMDW - LYS
2 stops16h 45mKLM
Deal found 6/11$714
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:10 amLYS - ORD
1 stop15h 05mIberia
Thu 7/34:30 pmORD - LYS
1 stop24h 15mIberia
Deal found 6/11$735
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/1510:10 amLYS - ORD
1 stop15h 50mAer Lingus
Tue 7/293:45 pmORD - LYS
1 stop10h 45mAer Lingus
Deal found 6/11$745
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/148:15 pmLYS - ORD
2 stops34h 36mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/317:15 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/13$764
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/187:00 amLYS - ORD
1 stop14h 10mAir France
Sun 8/244:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop11h 55mAir France
Deal found 6/11$770
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/157:20 pmLYS - ORD
2 stops26h 50mLOT
Sat 8/169:40 pmORD - LYS
1 stop30h 00mLOT
Deal found 6/12$802

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lyon to Chicago 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lyon to Chicago that are best for you.

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LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/25

6:45 am-7:09 pm

2 stops19h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

1:35 pm-10:25 am

2 stops13h 50m

$672

LyonChicago

LYS - MDW

LYSMDW

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/25

6:45 am-6:37 pm

2 stops18h 52m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

10:35 am-9:30 am

2 stops15h 55m

$672

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 10/15

6:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/20

9:50 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$673

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/11

10:20 am-11:10 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

6:00 am-10:25 am

3 stops21h 25m

$680

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/25

6:10 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

11:46 am-6:40 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$682

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 6/26

11:40 am-7:27 am

2 stops26h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/24

7:10 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$683

LyonChicago

LYS - MDW

LYSMDW

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 10/8

7:00 am-4:23 pm

2 stops16h 23m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/5

9:30 am-9:15 am

2 stops16h 45m

$714

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 6/23

6:10 am-2:15 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/24

4:30 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$735

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 7/15

10:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

3:45 pm-9:30 am

1 stop10h 45m

$745

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 8/14

8:15 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops34h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

7:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$764

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Best time to book a flight from Lyon to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lyon to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Lyon to Chicago, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Lyon to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 LYS to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Lyon to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 13, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Lyon to Chicago by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated June 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lyon to Chicago, such as Delta, KLM and LOT. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LOT
7.6
Good
1,079 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lyon to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Lyon to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) if they book a flight from Lyon to Chicago. On average, Lyon-Saint Exupéry has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Lyon-Saint Exupéry is conveniently located just 12.5 mi from Lyon’s city center.

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

    Delta, at $672, was found to be the cheapest airline from Lyon to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and American Airlines. Delta is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Lyon to Chicago are Turkish Airlines ($494), Aer Lingus ($594), and Iberia ($704).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lyon to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Lyon to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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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