Cheap flights from Zürich to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Zürich to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $576 | Icelandair1 stop21 hrFri, Aug 28 — Fri, Sep 11 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Chicago is currently $576 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $360 | Iberia1 stop15 hrWed, Nov 4 | The cheapest one-way flight from Zürich to Chicago is currently $360 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $775 | SWISSNonstop10 hrThu, Aug 27 — Wed, Sep 9 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Zürich to Chicago is currently $775 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $963 | UnitedNonstop11 hrThu, Aug 13 — Mon, Aug 17 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Zürich to Chicago is currently $963 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $2,380 | Icelandair1 stop15 hrFri, Aug 28 — Fri, Sep 11 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Zürich to Chicago is currently $2,380 |
| Fastest flight | 9 hr 45 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Zürich to Chicago takes 9 hr 45 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive round-trip flights from Zürich to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $460–640 |
|---|---|
| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $670–770 |
Popular airlines from Zürich to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Zürich to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SWISSNonstopfrom $767Typical price: $580–99014 weekly nonstop flightsZRH - ORDEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $739Typical price: $520–8207 weekly nonstop flightsZRH - ORDEvery day7 weekly connecting flightsZRH - ORDEvery day
- Lufthansafrom $762Typical price: $580–1,05024 weekly connecting flightsZRH - ORDEvery day
- Turkish Airlinesfrom $799Typical price: $760–2,00021 weekly connecting flightsZRH - ORDEvery day
- Scandinavian Airlinesfrom $687Typical price: $580–1,60021 weekly connecting flightsZRH - ORDEvery day
- British Airwaysfrom $667Typical price: $600–1,75019 weekly connecting flightsZRH - ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Zürich
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Zürich center and popularity with travelers.
- Zurich Airport (ZRH)ZürichSwitzerland14 min6 mi
- EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)BaselSwitzerland1 hr 9 min49 mi
- EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (MLH)MulhouseFrance1 hr 9 min49 mi
- Geneva Airport (GVA)GenevaSwitzerland3 hr 3 min139 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States28 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 24 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Zürich to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Zürich to Chicago are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $460 to $640.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Icelandair from $576. The cheapest one-way flight was with Iberia from $360.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to Chicago is $767, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest United flight from Zürich to Chicago is $739, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Zürich to Chicago is $762, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to Chicago is $799, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Scandinavian Airlines flight from Zürich to Chicago is $687, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Zürich to Chicago is $667, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Chicago starts at $576 from Fri, Aug 28 to Fri, Sep 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $360 and departs on Wed, Nov 4.
9 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Zürich to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Zürich to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Zürich to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Zürich to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, SWISS is the most popular. SWISS offers 14 nonstop flights per week. SWISS flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Lufthansa is the most popular. Lufthansa offers 24 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Zürich to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, SWISS is the most popular. SWISS offers 14 nonstop flights per week. SWISS flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Lufthansa is the most popular. Lufthansa offers 24 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Zürich to Chicago are:
- United offers 7 nonstop flights and 7 connecting flights per week. United flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Turkish Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Scandinavian Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Scandinavian Airlines flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- British Airways offers 19 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Icelandair from $576. The cheapest one-way flight was with Iberia from $360.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to Chicago is $767, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest United flight from Zürich to Chicago is $739, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Zürich to Chicago is $762, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to Chicago is $799, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Scandinavian Airlines flight from Zürich to Chicago is $687, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Zürich to Chicago is $667, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
SWISS and United fly direct from Zürich to Chicago.
- There are 14 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 United direct flights from Zürich to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and Chicago at price $963 is offered by United from Thu, Aug 13 to Mon, Aug 17.
SWISS and United fly direct from Zürich to Chicago.
- There are 14 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 United direct flights from Zürich to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Zürich to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Zürich and Chicago start at $775 from Thu, Aug 27 to Wed, Sep 9 with SWISS.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Zürich to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Zürich and Chicago start at $2,380 from Fri, Aug 28 to Fri, Sep 11 with Icelandair.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Zürich and Chicago start at $576 from Fri, Aug 28 to Fri, Sep 11.
To book business class trips from Zürich to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Zürich and Chicago starts at $963 from Thu, Aug 13 to Mon, Aug 17 with United.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and Chicago at price $963 is offered by United from Thu, Aug 13 to Mon, Aug 17.
To find last-minute flight deals from Zürich to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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