Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and LYS include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 288 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 573 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ORD to LYS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from ORD to LYS every day.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Got an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near ORD:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Reserve a hotel near LYS if you have a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 47 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Lyon in April.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to go to Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ORD to LYS sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lyon
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Lyon right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from ORD to LYS:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are among the things you can't miss in Lyon.
Complete your Lyon trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Lyon.
