Zurich

$246+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Zurich (ZRH)

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CHI — ZRH
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/237:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/28:25 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/29$504
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/86:55 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops52h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$505
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/193:50 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop11h 30mAer Lingus
Wed 12/311:00 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 55mAer Lingus
Deal found 10/29$512
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/107:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/1710:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$514
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 1/118:25 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$518
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/1610:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/27$520
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/2610:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/29$523
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/231:30 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops34h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$525
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/2110:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$526
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/297:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/1110:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$529
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/276:20 amMDW - ZRH
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/48:45 pmZRH - MDW
2 stops32h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$978
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Icelandair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/122:55 pmMDW - ZRH
2 stops14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/181:00 pmZRH - MDW
2 stops14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,004

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$503
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$246
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$748

Good round-trip deal

$616 or less

Good one-way deal

$460 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Zurich flight deals.
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From Chicago (CHI) to Zurich
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Zurich
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($265 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Zurich.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Zurich.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Zurich that are best for you.

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ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/10

7:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Zurich

Thu 1/15

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$559

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

8:20 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops15h 50m

Zurich

Mon 3/16

8:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$564

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

7:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Zurich

Sat 1/10

8:25 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$568

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

6:00 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Zurich

Tue 5/12

6:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$569

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops19h 40m

Zurich

Sat 2/14

7:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$580

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

5:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Zurich

Wed 3/18

6:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$596

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/10

7:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Zurich

Sun 1/11

8:25 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$598

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops19h 40m

Zurich

Tue 5/12

12:55 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$621

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

5:10 pm-11:35 am

1 stop11h 25m

Zurich

Sat 3/14

10:10 am-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$646

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

5:10 pm-11:35 am

1 stop11h 25m

Zurich

Sun 3/15

11:15 am-7:45 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$646

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Zurich in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 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 Chicago-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Chicago-Zurich 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 Chicago to Zurich

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Zurich. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 4 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Zurich. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zurich (average of $383). Flying from Chicago to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $785). 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 CHI to ZRH?

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

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Chicago to Zurich by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Zurich. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Zurich flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

The best insider tips for Chicago to Zurich flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Zurich trip
Airports
ORD

For a smooth departure from ORD, consider using the 'L' train to avoid traffic delays. It's a reliable option for reaching the airport on time.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
ZRH

Upon arrival at ZRH, take the train to Zürich HB for a quick 12-15 minute ride to the city center. Trains depart every 10 minutes.

Read more about ZRHby Yulia Denisyuk
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on ZRH

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from Chicago to Zurich by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Zurich. 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 into for flights to Zurich from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Zurich from Chicago, you will be flying to Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 5.9 mi from the center of Zurich. There are 4 flights from Chicago to Zurich per day from 11 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Zurich?

    For as low as $763, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Zurich from Chicago in 14h 30m. The distance between Chicago and Zurich is about 4431 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $383, Scandinavian Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Zurich and back. In addition to Scandinavian Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Icelandair and LOT - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $386 and $461, respectively. Scandinavian Airlines is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Zurich on time: Austrian Airlines (82%), Brussels Airlines (82%), Lufthansa (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Zurich?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Zurich? While on average our users pay $3,757, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $385. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Zurich), is priced around $398.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zurich (average of $383). Flying from Chicago to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $785). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Zurich. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$383Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$386Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$461Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$483Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$487Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$513Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$526Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$543Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$622Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$638Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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