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$275+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Zurich (ZRH)

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ORD — ZRH
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Zurich

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Zurich flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$595
(oojo)

One-way from

$275
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,009

Good round-trip deal

$797 or less

Good one-way deal

$573 or less
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From Illinois to Zurich
One-way flight from Illinois to Zurich
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($266 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Zurich.
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/283:15 pmSTL - ZRH
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/1612:45 pmZRH - STL
2 stops28h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$578
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/116:00 amSTL - ZRH
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/197:15 amZRH - STL
2 stops18h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$588
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1111:05 amSTL - ZRH
2 stops17h 00mIberia
Tue 8/1911:50 amZRH - STL
2 stops18h 59mIberia
Deal found 4/29$591
This Scandinavian Airlines 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:15 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/268:15 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop26h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$593
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:15 amORD - ZRH
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/108:00 amZRH - ORD
2 stops20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$595
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 10/87:50 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop18h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/137:40 amZRH - ORD
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$598
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/283:15 pmSTL - ZRH
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/161:20 pmZRH - STL
1 stop33h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$598
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/114:00 pmSTL - ZRH
1 stop11h 10mAir Canada
Tue 8/191:25 pmZRH - STL
1 stop13h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$600
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:30 pmSTL - ZRH
2 stops21h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/282:55 pmZRH - STL
2 stops38h 44mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$604
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:10 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop16h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/307:50 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops47h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/29$655
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/910:15 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop10h 40mIcelandair
Fri 8/154:55 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop11h 20mIcelandair
Deal found 4/30$665
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/79:00 amSTL - ZRH
2 stops18h 35mDelta
Thu 9/181:35 pmZRH - STL
2 stops25h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/30$676

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Zurich that are best for you.

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Illinois

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ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-3:40 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Zurich

Sat 5/10

8:00 am-9:54 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$595

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

8:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Zurich

Mon 5/12

10:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$643

PeoriaZurich

PIA - ZRH

PIAZRH

Greater Peoria

Mon 10/13

4:38 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops18h 22m

Zurich

Tue 10/21

11:45 am-9:30 pm

2 stops16h 45m

$679

PeoriaZurich

PIA - ZRH

PIAZRH

Greater Peoria

Mon 10/13

3:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop11h 55m

Zurich

Tue 10/21

9:50 am-4:43 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$716

St. LouisZurich

STL - ZRH

STLZRH

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/21

7:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop19h 40m

Zurich

Wed 5/28

12:40 pm-10:45 am

2 stops29h 05m

$720

St. LouisZurich

STL - ZRH

STLZRH

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/21

7:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop19h 40m

Zurich

Wed 5/28

1:25 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$727

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Zurich

Tue 8/12

7:45 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$729

ChicagoZurich

MDW - ZRH

MDWZRH

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

1:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop12h 00m

Zurich

Thu 8/21

10:10 am-9:47 pm

1 stop18h 37m

$731

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

2:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop10h 55m

Zurich

Tue 5/27

11:45 am-5:29 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$736

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

8:40 am-6:10 am

1 stop14h 30m

Zurich

Tue 5/27

12:40 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop14h 32m

$745

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Zurich

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Illinois to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,234). 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 IL to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Zurich as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to ZRH are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 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 Zurich by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Zurich when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Zurich by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LOT and Austrian Airlines from Illinois to Zurich to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Zurich from Illinois, 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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Icelandair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $375. Users have also found prices from $448 and $532 on American Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, respectively.

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

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

    Consider United Airlines (80%), Austrian Airlines (80%) or Brussels Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Zurich.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Zurich?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,897 for a flight from Illinois to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $480 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Zurich) is currently priced at $392.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Illinois to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,234). 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 Illinois to Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$381Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$413Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$461Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$512Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$543Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$545Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$559Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$560Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$567Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$574Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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