Flying from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is seven hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located. Chicago follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your LYS to Chicago flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LYS to Chicago with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Located around 19 kilometers from the center of Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
Of all flights departing from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Chicago
$376 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is $594. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from LYS to Chicago. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 27 kilometers. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from LYS to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The center of Chicago is around 16 kilometers from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LYS to Chicago flight:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometers from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the city center by car once you've stepped off your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
If you don't want to make the journey to the center, choose a hotel near RFD. Check in to one of these options after your LYS to Chicago flight:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago is a smart move. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month to travel to Chicago. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
Before locking in your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to Chicago in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Chicago, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are top sights which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometers southeast to Columbus to check off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theater, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometers southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favorite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
