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$318+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Zurich (ZRH)

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 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ZRH
Jul 10 — Jul 171
Fri 7/10
Fri 7/17
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 10, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/1211:05 am
ORD
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ZRH
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/219:50 am
ZRH
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ORD
Nonstop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$988
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/2912:53 pm
ORD
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ZRH
1 stop10h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 8/289:50 am
ZRH
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ORD
Nonstop10h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$989
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/22:15 pm
ORD
-
ZRH
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/910:30 am
ZRH
-
ORD
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$990
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/610:25 pm
ORD
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ZRH
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/1710:30 am
ZRH
-
ORD
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$991
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/86:00 am
ORD
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/158:00 am
ZRH
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ORD
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$992
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1810:25 pm
ORD
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ZRH
2 stops14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/278:50 pm
ZRH
-
ORD
3 stops29h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$993
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 9/610:25 pm
ORD
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ZRH
2 stops14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/2510:30 am
ZRH
-
ORD
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$994
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/107:25 pm
ORD
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ZRH
3 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/2410:30 am
ZRH
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ORD
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$995
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Mon 9/74:30 pm
ORD
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 9/231:05 pm
ZRH
-
ORD
Nonstop9h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$996
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/94:45 pm
ORD
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ZRH
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/167:55 pm
ZRH
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ORD
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$997
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/164:45 pm
ORD
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ZRH
1 stop22h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 8/256:05 pm
ZRH
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ORD
1 stop27h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/8$1,000

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 June 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$988
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$318
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,369

Good round-trip deal

$940 or less

Good one-way deal

$568 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to Zurich 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 June 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

3:50 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop8h 55m

Zurich

Tue 10/6

9:50 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop9h 45m

$1,000

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

2:20 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop8h 50m

Zurich

Thu 9/24

1:05 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

$1,000

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

9:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Zurich

Fri 10/9

9:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop10h 05m

$1,007

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

6:45 pm-11:55 am

1 stop11h 10m

Zurich

Mon 11/2

9:40 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

$1,031

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/22

9:40 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Zurich

Thu 9/10

1:05 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

$1,031
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/27

2:20 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop8h 50m

Zurich

Tue 8/11

9:50 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop9h 45m

$1,051

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

11:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops15h 30m

Zurich

Tue 7/28

9:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$1,082

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

10:00 am-10:00 am

2 stops17h 00m

Zurich

Tue 7/28

7:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$1,082

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/27

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops19h 50m

Zurich

Tue 8/11

8:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$1,126

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

3:50 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop8h 55m

Zurich

Sat 10/3

9:50 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop9h 45m

$1,140

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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 O'Hare Intl to Zurich in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich?

The best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich is 47 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich (average of $635). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,369). 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 ORD to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 June 10, 2026.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich?

The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich trip
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

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 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 June 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich, such as SWISS,Scandinavian Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,815 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,808 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,601 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
672 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Zurich, you will be flying into Zurich. Zurich (ZRH) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city. Zurich is the only Zurich airport and it handles 7 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 9 airlines have flights to Zurich from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich?

    For as low as $1,000, United Airlines can have you in Zurich from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in 8h 55m. There are 4428 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Zurich. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at $345. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Icelandair and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with the lowest prices starting at $387 and $424, respectively. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich one-way?

    $253 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Icelandair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scandinavian Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with prices starting from $282 and $334, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich on time: Air Canada (92%), Austrian Airlines (92%), Brussels Airlines (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich is $387. On average you can expect to pay $3,679. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Zurich), can usually be booked for $589.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Zurich?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich (average of $635). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,369). 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 9 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Zurich

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 June 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$345Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IcelandairCheapest$386Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$424Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$441Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$510Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$602Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$634Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$653Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LOTCheapest$803Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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