Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, making Lyon six hours ahead of Chicago.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ORD to LYS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ORD and LYS:
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is R 5,637. A round-trip ticket is currently R 13,123. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ORD to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ORD to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
To get to O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near LYS:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
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 by car.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using 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. For a quieter experience, travel to Lyon in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to LYS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its must-visit sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Marseille is another sought-after destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
