Travelling from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Lyon is six hours ahead of Chicago. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Chicago to LYS won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to LYS departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to LYS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Go where the road takes you with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Lyon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon is around 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
R 3,847 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. A return flight starts from R 9,042. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to LYS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Chicago to LYS plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Lyon
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lyon:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Lyon when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Fête Des Lumières followed by Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
If you want to check out another corner of France, head for Nice, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are key highlights.
