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$285+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lyon (LYS)

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LYS
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Lyon

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lyon (LYS). 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$609
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$285
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,112
From Chicago (CHI) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Lyon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lyon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:20 pmORD - LYS
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/168:10 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$485
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/1611:13 amORD - LYS
2 stops16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/232:00 pmLYS - ORD
3 stops33h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$609
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/811:25 amORD - LYS
1 stop15h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/296:05 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$621
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/54:00 pmORD - LYS
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Sun 9/146:50 amLYS - ORD
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$625
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 11/51:00 pmORD - LYS
2 stops15h 05mAir Canada
Sun 11/161:55 pmLYS - ORD
1 stop12h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$675
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/89:40 pmORD - LYS
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/296:25 amLYS - ORD
2 stops17h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$743
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:45 pmORD - LYS
1 stop12h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 1/57:00 pmLYS - ORD
2 stops31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$746
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:45 pmORD - LYS
1 stop10h 45mAer Lingus
Sat 9/2710:10 amLYS - ORD
1 stop15h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 7/28$760
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Fri 8/86:00 pmORD - LYS
1 stop16h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/285:20 amLYS - ORD
1 stop14h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/30$770
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/119:35 amMDW - LYS
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/187:05 amLYS - MDW
3 stops16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$897
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 11/51:48 pmMDW - LYS
2 stops16h 37mDelta
Sun 11/166:40 amLYS - MDW
2 stops18h 27mDelta
Deal found 7/30$936
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/126:15 pmMDW - LYS
2 stops12h 40mAir France
Fri 9/197:00 amLYS - MDW
2 stops17h 35mAir France
Deal found 7/29$1,342

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Lyon 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Lyon that are best for you.

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ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

11:13 am-10:35 am

2 stops16h 22m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 9/23

2:00 pm-4:12 pm

3 stops33h 12m

$609

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

11:25 am-9:30 am

1 stop15h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 10/29

6:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$621

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

4:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 9/14

6:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$625

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

7:15 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 8/28

8:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$666

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

9:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 10/29

6:25 am-5:28 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$743

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

3:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Wed 10/29

6:25 am-7:30 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$747

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

3:45 pm-9:30 am

1 stop10h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sat 9/27

10:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$760

ChicagoLyon

ORD - LYS

ORDLYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

6:00 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 8/28

5:20 am-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$770

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/11

9:35 am-10:35 am

2 stops18h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 9/18

7:05 am-4:24 pm

3 stops16h 19m

$897

ChicagoLyon

MDW - LYS

MDWLYS

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/5

1:48 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops16h 37m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 11/16

6:40 am-6:07 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$936

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from Chicago to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). 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 CHI to LYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Lyon. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Lyon in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Lyon?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lyon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lyon. 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 Lyon. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from Chicago to Lyon have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,928 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,453 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Chicago to Lyon. 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 into for flights to Lyon from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Lyon from Chicago, you will be flying to Lyon-Saint Exupéry, which is the city’s only airport. Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) is located 12.5 mi from the center of Lyon. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Lyon-Saint Exupéry per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Lyon, with prices starting at $622. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Scandinavian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $625 and $666, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $405 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aer Lingus and Delta, with prices starting from $474 and $588, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Lyon 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 Chicago to Lyon?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lyon (average of $703). Flying from Chicago to Lyon in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Lyon

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Lyon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$683Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$732Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$765Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,055Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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