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$334+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — CHI
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Chicago are usually found in February or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$513
(British Airways)

One-way from

$411
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$603

Good round-trip deal

$718 or less

Good one-way deal

$626 or less
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/87:05 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop29h 45mFinnair
Thu 6/195:45 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops17h 35mFinnair
Deal found 4/28$505
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/67:30 amZRH - ORD
2 stops20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/1610:03 amORD - ZRH
2 stops18h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$510
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2011:05 amZRH - ORD
2 stops15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/42:00 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$512
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/113:20 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop31h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 6/153:19 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops20h 21mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$513
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:25 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/1810:10 amORD - ZRH
2 stops21h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/49:50 amZRH - ORD
Nonstop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/294:05 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop12h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$516
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/710:10 amZRH - ORD
1 stop15h 38mDelta
Sat 6/1411:20 amORD - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/28$528
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:10 amZRH - MDW
1 stop14h 48mDelta
Sun 9/2810:35 amMDW - ZRH
1 stop14h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/29$529
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/151:05 pmZRH - ORD
Nonstop9h 50mSWISS
Wed 5/287:05 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$535
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:15 amZRH - ORD
1 stop14h 45mAer Lingus
Thu 6/193:45 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop11h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 4/28$538
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/291:20 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop26h 37mAir Canada
Sat 12/67:15 amORD - ZRH
2 stops16h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$540
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/32:00 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Thu 6/197:25 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop13h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 4/28$541

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Chicago that are best for you.

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ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 6/8

7:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/19

5:45 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$505

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Fri 6/6

7:30 am-9:24 pm

2 stops20h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/16

10:03 am-11:05 am

2 stops18h 02m

$510

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Mon 10/20

11:05 am-7:29 pm

2 stops15h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:00 pm-11:50 am

2 stops14h 50m

$512

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Wed 6/11

3:20 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/15

3:19 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$513

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Mon 10/20

11:05 am-7:29 pm

2 stops15h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:00 pm-11:50 am

2 stops14h 50m

$514

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Wed 6/4

9:50 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

4:05 pm-11:40 am

1 stop12h 35m

$516

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sat 6/7

10:10 am-6:48 pm

1 stop15h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/14

11:20 am-8:05 am

1 stop13h 45m

$528

ZurichChicago

ZRH - MDW

ZRHMDW

Zurich

Wed 9/24

10:10 am-5:58 pm

1 stop14h 48m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/28

10:35 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 30m

$529

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Thu 5/15

1:05 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

7:05 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 45m

$535

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Fri 6/13

11:15 am-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/19

3:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop11h 50m

$538

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Compare providers for flights from Zurich to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Zurich to Chicago in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Zurich-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Zurich-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Zurich to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Zurich to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Zurich to Chicago in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Chicago, such as Delta, KLM and LOT. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Zurich, you will be flying from Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 5.9 mi from the center of Zurich. There are 8 flights from Zurich to Chicago per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Chicago round-trip?

    British Airways, at $513, was found to be the cheapest airline from Zurich to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and United Airlines. British Airways is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Serbia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $414. Users have also found prices from $439 and $476 on LOT and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zurich to Chicago consider choosing Air Canada (92%), Austrian Airlines (92%) or Brussels Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $916 for a flight from Zurich to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $550 while the most popular route, (Zurich - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $438.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Zurich to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Zurich to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$435Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$462Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$471Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$491Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$496Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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