Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 6 hours behind Lyon.
To ensure you catch your flight from LYS to Chicago, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LYS to Chicago. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from France. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago.
Located around 19 miles from the centre of Lyon, LYS can be reached in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 47 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near LYS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Chicago
£253 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £396. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LYS to Chicago if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 25 miles from the centre of Chicago. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 54 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 12 miles from central Chicago. After your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 46 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LYS to Chicago, kick back at a hotel near MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago. August is the most popular month for a trip to Chicago. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from LYS to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Chicago must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
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