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$402+ 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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LYS — CHI
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
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

Cheap flight deals from Lyon to Chicago

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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$457
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$402
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$937
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 August 13, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/208:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/277:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/10$457
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/28:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/67:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$474
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/78:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/107:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$478
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/17:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$479
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/107:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$496
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:50 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop28h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 9/276:15 pmORD - LYS
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/11$506
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:20 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/78:25 pmORD - LYS
1 stop14h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/11$507
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:20 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop26h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/308:50 pmORD - LYS
1 stop16h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$524
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 12/61:55 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop12h 35mAir Canada
Wed 12/103:35 pmORD - LYS
1 stop12h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 8/11$528
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:50 amLYS - ORD
1 stop12h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/67:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$529
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/308:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/37:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$531
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/76:30 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 9/226:10 pmORD - LYS
1 stop16h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/11$534

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 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

Thu 9/11

6:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

6:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$506

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 10/17

8:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

8:50 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$524

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 9/7

6:30 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

6:10 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$534

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 10/17

8:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

8:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$548

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 11/7

6:25 am-7:30 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

12:50 pm-11:05 am

1 stop15h 15m

$549

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/11

2:35 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops29h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

3:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 00m

$552

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 9/12

2:35 pm-10:53 am

2 stops27h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

3:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 00m

$555

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/11

6:50 am-8:11 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

10:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop16h 55m

$555

LyonChicago

LYS - ORD

LYSORD

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

6:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop23h 55m

$556

LyonChicago

LYS - MDW

LYSMDW

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 12/5

6:40 am-6:07 pm

2 stops18h 27m

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/9

1:00 pm-11:05 am

2 stops15h 05m

$656

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Best time to book a flight from Lyon to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lyon to Chicago

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 August 8, 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 August 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Lyon to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Lyon to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Lyon to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Lyon to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Lyon to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $798.

What’s the fastest layover option from Lyon to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Lyon to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Lyon to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Lyon to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 10m.

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?

    Scandinavian Airlines, at $457, was found to be the cheapest airline from Lyon to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. Scandinavian Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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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