Can I fly direct from Zürich to Chicago?

Direct flights from Zürich to Chicago are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall options. Across the trailing quarter, approximately 11.1% of flights on this route were direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experience one stopover on average.

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Chicago?

The direct flight from Zürich to Chicago typically takes around 9 hours and 50 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 15 hours. The total distance covered on this route is 7136 kilometers.

Are non-stop flights from Zürich to Chicago worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Zürich to Chicago are only slightly more expensive, with a premium of about 3% compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $888, while connecting flights have a median price of $863. Direct flights represent 15.5% of the available options across the trailing 90 days, offering a quicker travel option for a minimal additional cost.

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Zürich to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Chicago

Fares for flights from Zürich to Chicago typically range from $754–$1376, with a median of $943. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting opportunities for savings can arise frequently.

When considering cheap flights from Zürich to Chicago, the most affordable times to fly are typically in the winter months. December stands out as the cheapest month, with a median fare of $430. Following closely are February, with a median fare of $470, and January, where the median fare is $473. Planning your trip during these months could lead to substantial savings.

A typical journey from Zürich to Chicago takes approximately 16h 45m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7136 kilometers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 11.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Zürich to Chicago. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Chicago

Regular price: CHF 410 - CHF 763

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Chicago is 410 CHF to 763 CHF. The current lowest deal is 449 CHF with TAP Portugal for travel from Nov 13-Nov 27.

now CHF 449

Low CHF 410

High CHF 763

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Chicago is December, with a median price of $430. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1430. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 430

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,430

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Chicago

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Chicago

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Iberia Airlines

CHF 663

CHF 509

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

CHF 633

CHF 527

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

CHF 622

CHF 519

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

CHF 666

CHF 524

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

CHF 670

CHF 524

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

CHF 633

CHF 519

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 6

CHF 707 → CHF 526

26%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

CHF 681 → CHF 506

26%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

CHF 683 → CHF 525

23%

5 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 23

CHF 664 → CHF 507

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Zürich - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to CHI are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $430.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 16h 45m long

The median flight duration from ZRH to CHI is 16h 45m, a long-haul journey.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 88.9% of recent ZRH to CHI routes, typically with one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is a key provider of direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from ZRH to CHI are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Chicago, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Zürich (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 392

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International is a key arrival airport for flights to Chicago, offering a convenient option from Zürich.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, public transport).

💸 Flights from ~CHF 391

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and is easily accessible from Chicago.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail or car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 611

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From ZRH

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Dec 02

Chicago, United States

93% AI deal score

$2,156

$1,311

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TAP Portugal

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From ZRH

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Dec 11

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,074

$1,268

Save $806

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

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Dec 12

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,077

$1,280

Save $797

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From ZRH

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Oct 14

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$4,432

$2,863

Save $1,569

Icelandair

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From ZRH

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Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$4,595

$3,045

Save $1,550

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Oct 14

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$4,550

$3,045

Save $1,505

Icelandair

Business Class

From ZRH

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Oct 21

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,593

$1,743

Save $850

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

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Oct 20

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,586

$1,753

Save $833

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

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Oct 22

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,676

$1,896

Save $780

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

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Jan 20

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,169

$2,956

Save $1,213

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From ZRH

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Jan 13

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,158

$2,956

Save $1,202

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From ZRH

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Jan 06

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,166

$2,956

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Chicago is typically 7-13 days prior to departure, with an average price of $864. Booking more than 60 days in advance also presents a good value, with an average price of $866. Prices tend to rise for bookings made within 6 days of departure, averaging $996. These trends are based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Zürich to Chicago is considered to be $754 or less. The median price for this route is typically around $943. Prices can go as high as $1376 or more, so finding a fare at or below the good deal threshold represents significant savings.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Chicago, with a median price of $430. February and January also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $470 and $473 respectively. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $943 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Zürich to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Chicago

A typical journey from Zürich to Chicago takes approximately 16h 45m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7136 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Chicago

Regular price: CHF 410 - CHF 763

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Chicago is 410 CHF to 763 CHF. The current lowest deal is 449 CHF with TAP Portugal for travel from Nov 13-Nov 27.

now CHF 449

Low CHF 410

High CHF 763

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Chicago

December

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 430

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,430

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Chicago

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Chicago

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Iberia Airlines

CHF 663

CHF 509

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

CHF 633

CHF 527

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

CHF 622

CHF 519

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

CHF 666

CHF 524

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

CHF 670

CHF 524

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

CHF 633

CHF 519

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 6

CHF 707 → CHF 526

26%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

CHF 681 → CHF 506

26%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

CHF 683 → CHF 525

23%

5 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 23

CHF 664 → CHF 507

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Zürich - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to CHI are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $430.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 16h 45m long

The median flight duration from ZRH to CHI is 16h 45m, a long-haul journey.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 88.9% of recent ZRH to CHI routes, typically with one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is a key provider of direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from ZRH to CHI are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Chicago, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Zürich (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 392

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International is a key arrival airport for flights to Chicago, offering a convenient option from Zürich.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, public transport).

💸 Flights from ~CHF 391

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and is easily accessible from Chicago.

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,166

$2,956

Save $1,210

Finnair, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Chicago

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Chicago

Zürich to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Direct flights from Zürich to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Chicago

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Zürich - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in December for the lowest prices

Flights are typically 16h 45m long

Connecting flights are dominant

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 02

Dec 11

Dec 12

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 21

Oct 20

Oct 22

Jan 20

Jan 13

Jan 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How far in advance should I book a flight from Zürich to Chicago?

How do I know if a Zürich to Chicago flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Zürich to Chicago?

Can I fly direct from Zürich to Chicago?

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Chicago?

Are non-stop flights from Zürich to Chicago worth the extra cost?

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Zürich to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Direct flights from Zürich to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Chicago

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Zürich - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in December for the lowest prices

Flights are typically 16h 45m long

Connecting flights are dominant

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 02

Dec 11

Dec 12

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 21

Oct 20

Oct 22

Jan 20

Jan 13

Jan 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How far in advance should I book a flight from Zürich to Chicago?

How do I know if a Zürich to Chicago flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Zürich to Chicago?