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Today’s best flight deals from Champaign to Zürich

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Champaign to Zürich

July 9 - July 15

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

CMI - Zürich

$1,058

$1,024

Round trip

August 2 - August 9

CMI - Zürich

$1,150

$1,217

Round trip

July 12 - July 18

CMI - Zürich

$1,047

$1,649

Round trip

July 18 - July 22

CMI - Zürich

$1,081

$2,084

Round trip

July 18 - July 23

CMI - Zürich

$1,056

$2,107

Round trip

July 18 - August 8

CMI - Zürich

$1,010

$2,146

Round trip

August 2 - August 8

CMI - Zürich

$1,153

$2,168

Round trip

July 19 - July 22

CMI - Zürich

$1,078

$2,309

Round trip

July 19 - July 23

CMI - Zürich

$1,077

$2,331

Round trip

July 19 - August 8

CMI - Zürich

$1,005

$2,371

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Champaign to Zürich

When looking for cheap flights from Champaign to Zürich, you'll find that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1110. July also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $1179, while May sees a median fare of $2007. These figures represent the typical costs for journeys during these periods.
Fares for this route typically range from $1347–$2553, with a median of $2007. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which can present an opportunity for savings. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is currently 0%, indicating that deals are infrequent for this route.
Most itineraries from Champaign to Zürich connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly impacts the overall travel time.
A typical journey from Champaign to Zürich takes approximately 28h 15m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 7299 km. Given the lack of direct flights, the journey time reflects the multiple connections involved in reaching the destination.

How much is a round trip from Champaign to Zürich

Regular price: $915 - $1,558

Prices for flights from Champaign to Zürich are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Champaign to Zürich is between $915 and $1558. The current lowest deal is $1024 with American Airlines. This price is for travel from Jul 9 to Jul 15.

now $1,024

Low $915

High $1,558

The cheapest time to fly from Champaign to Zürich

Flights from CMI to ZRH are generally lower from May to September. The cheapest month to fly is September, with a median price of $1110. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2053.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $1,110

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,053

May
Jun
Jul
Sep

Direct flights from Champaign to Zürich

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Last-minute flights going from Champaign to Zürich

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Zürich

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Zürich (ZRH)

American Airlines

$1,058

$1,024

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Zürich

Iberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Iberia Airlines

$1,047

$1,649

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Zürich

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Iberia Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines

$1,081

$2,084

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Zürich

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Iberia Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines

$1,056

$2,107

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Zürich

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Iberia Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines

$1,010

$2,146

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Zürich

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Iberia Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines

$1,082

$2,615

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Champaign to Zürich

6 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 15

$1,058  →  $1,024

3%

7 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 9

$1,150  →  $1,217

6%

6 nights

Jul 12 - Jul 18

$1,047  →  $1,649

57%

4 nights

Jul 18 - Jul 22

$1,081  →  $2,084

93%

Popular Airports to fly from Champaign to Zürich

Champaign - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from CMI to ZRH are below the typical level, with a median of $2007.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median price at $1110 for CMI to ZRH.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

The median flight duration from CMI to ZRH is 28h 15m, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers connecting flights

Iberia Airlines has historically offered connecting flights for the CMI to ZRH route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from CMI to ZRH are rare, occurring about 0.03 times per day.

Champaign main airports to depart from

University of Illinois Willard (CMI)

Cheapest

Champaign University of Illinois Willard is a convenient option for flights from Champaign to Zürich.

📍 ~10 km from Champaign (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1024

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for reaching Zürich, offering a convenient arrival point for your journey.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1024

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a close major international alternative to Zurich with excellent rail connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from Zürich (reachable by train, then bus)

💸 Flights from ~$981

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart Airport is a major German international airport with a broad network and reliable rail connections to Zurich.

📍 ~135 km from Zürich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$2135

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Milan–Malpensa is a major intercontinental hub offering extensive long-haul options with direct train connections to Zurich.

📍 ~180 km from Zürich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$1249

Geneva (GVA)

Geneva Airport is the second largest airport in Switzerland with high flight frequency and direct rail links.

📍 ~230 km from Zürich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$2006

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights are often less expensive than direct options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, may lead to better prices. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Yes, comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.