Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LYS to Chicago flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LYS to Chicago with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
LYS is about 19 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
69.6% of flights that leave from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Chicago
R 4,965 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 7,942. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LYS to Chicago if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LYS to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LYS to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will save you money.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near RFD and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late LYS to Chicago flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are dependable companies for booking.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RFD ahead of your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Travel to Chicago in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to Chicago in January if you like travelling 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 right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are popular attractions which should feature on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
