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$268+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Zurich (ZRH)

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CHI — ZRH
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mer. 10/15
mer. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 septembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$533
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$268
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$789

Good round-trip deal

$708 or less

Good one-way deal

$478 or less
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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 septembre 15, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
ven. 10/2411:25 amORD - ZRH
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
mar. 11/46:45 amZRH - ORD
1 stop18h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$544
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 12/157:10 amORD - ZRH
2 stops19h 30mScandinavian Airlines
sam. 1/1710:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/13$556
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 12/810:31 amORD - ZRH
2 stops16h 09mScandinavian Airlines
dim. 12/141:10 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops34h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$558
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mer. 12/311:50 amORD - ZRH
1 stop14h 55mTurkish Airlines
mer. 12/106:10 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$559
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dim. 10/268:20 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops15h 50mScandinavian Airlines
dim. 11/21:10 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops34h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/13$561
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jeu. 10/237:50 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop35h 15mTurkish Airlines
sam. 11/110:40 amZRH - ORD
1 stop38h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/13$563
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sam. 12/137:20 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops39h 50mScandinavian Airlines
sam. 1/178:25 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop27h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$564
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 12/1510:31 amORD - ZRH
2 stops16h 09mScandinavian Airlines
mer. 12/2410:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$566
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 12/1510:31 amORD - ZRH
2 stops16h 09mScandinavian Airlines
ven. 1/161:00 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops34h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/13$570
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mer. 11/2611:50 amORD - ZRH
1 stop22h 25mTurkish Airlines
dim. 11/302:35 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop26h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$572
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lun. 12/157:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
lun. 1/510:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$573
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sam. 12/137:20 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops15h 45mScandinavian Airlines
mer. 12/2410:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$574

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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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ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 12/13

7:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 20m

Zurich

mar. 1/13

2:55 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$556

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/8

7:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops19h 30m

Zurich

dim. 12/14

1:10 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$558

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 12/13

7:20 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Zurich

ven. 1/16

1:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$577

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 11/5

7:20 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Zurich

mer. 11/12

7:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$609

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 11/7

7:20 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Zurich

sam. 11/15

7:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$609

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/4

10:37 am-2:10 pm

2 stops20h 33m

Zurich

mar. 11/18

10:25 am-9:50 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$614

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 12/12

7:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops19h 30m

Zurich

mer. 12/17

7:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$626

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 12/13

7:20 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops15h 45m

Zurich

lun. 12/22

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$644

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 12/13

7:20 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops15h 45m

Zurich

dim. 12/21

8:25 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$644

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 12/12

7:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops19h 30m

Zurich

jeu. 12/25

6:30 am-4:45 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$684

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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
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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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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 September 12, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Chicago to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 septembre 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Chicago to Zurich by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Zurich. 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 septembre 15, 2025.

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

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

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 septembre 15, 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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

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.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,484 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

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.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,270 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

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.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
544 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

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 7 flights from Chicago to Zurich per day from 11 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Zurich?

    For as low as $767, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Zurich from Chicago in 18h 10m. 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 $390 and $461, respectively. Scandinavian Airlines is currently priced 55% 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: Air Canada (88%), United Airlines (83%), SWISS (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Zurich?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Zurich? While on average our users pay $3,749, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $414. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Zurich), is priced around $406.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Chicago to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 septembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$383Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$390Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$461Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$500Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$513Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$526Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$541Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$553Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$574Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$639Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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