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$356+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Illinois

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ZRH — ORD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Zurich to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/2410:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop16h 35mLOT
Wed 12/319:55 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/16$620
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:55 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Thu 1/299:50 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop11h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$639
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/318:55 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/294:10 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$672
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/3011:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop30h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/291:00 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop12h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$685
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/317:15 amZRH - ORD
2 stops15h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/298:52 amORD - ZRH
1 stop18h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$688
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Wed 12/2410:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/107:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/17$696
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:55 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/244:10 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$697
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:40 amZRH - ORD
Nonstop10h 05mSWISS
Mon 1/53:45 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop13h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$703
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/237:55 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop31h 05mLOT
Tue 12/309:55 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/16$706
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:15 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/14:10 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$709
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:40 amZRH - ORD
Nonstop10h 05mSWISS
Wed 12/315:50 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop11h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/16$712
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:30 amZRH - ORD
1 stop11h 40mSWISS
Thu 1/14:10 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mSWISS
Deal found 12/16$713

Find flight deals from Zurich to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zurich to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$590
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$356
(Flysmarter)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$721

Good round-trip deal

$760 or less

Good one-way deal

$636 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Illinois that are best for you.

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ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Mon 1/26

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

10:40 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 00m

$598

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Fri 1/23

7:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:20 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$602

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Wed 1/28

12:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$607

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Tue 1/27

12:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$607

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 1/25

12:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$607

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sat 1/24

6:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$607

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 1/11

1:30 pm-9:49 am

1 stop27h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

2:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$608

ZurichChicago

ZRH - MDW

ZRHMDW

Zurich

Tue 3/3

6:50 am-5:37 pm

2 stops17h 47m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/24

6:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$608

ZurichChicago

ZRH - MDW

ZRHMDW

Zurich

Sun 2/1

6:50 am-6:36 pm

2 stops18h 46m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/15

1:28 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops17h 27m

$608

ZurichChicago

ZRH - MDW

ZRHMDW

Zurich

Sat 2/14

6:50 am-4:14 pm

2 stops16h 24m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

6:17 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops16h 33m

$608

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Illinois

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Illinois (average of $423). Flying from Zurich to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Zurich to Illinois in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to Illinois. 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 December 18, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Zurich to Illinois?

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from Zurich to Illinois have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,815 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,815 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,815 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,606 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,815 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,815 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to Illinois. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to Illinois?

    A quick flight from Zurich to Illinois can take about 13h 10m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $607. Airlines will cover a distance of 4428 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scandinavian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $259. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Serbia and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Zurich to Illinois for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Zurich to Illinois are Zurich - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Zurich - Chicago Midway and Zurich - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Zurich, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (78%), SWISS (78%), Air Canada( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,319 for a flight from Zurich to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $566 while the most popular route, (Zurich - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $441.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Illinois (average of $423). Flying from Zurich to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 2 airlines flying from Zurich to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to Illinois. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$463Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$493Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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