Can I fly direct from Zürich to Chicago?

Yes, direct flights from Zürich to Chicago are available. Historically, approximately 11.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stop, travelers typically experience one stopover. This data reflects observations from the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Chicago?

A direct flight from Zürich to Chicago typically takes around 9 hours and 50 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 15 hours. The distance covered on this route is about 7,136 kilometers. These durations provide a general expectation for travel time on this route.

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

Historically, non-stop flights from Zürich to Chicago have been about 3% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is approximately $888, while connecting flights have a median price of $863. Direct flights constitute about 15.5% of the available options. This data, observed over the trailing 90 days, suggests a relatively small premium for the convenience of a non-stop journey.

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ZRH - Chicago
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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 to $1376, with a median of $943. Right now, prices are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Zürich to Chicago can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Chicago? The most affordable months to travel are December, with a median fare of $430, followed by February at $470, and January at $473. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

A typical journey from Zürich to Chicago takes about 16h 45m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1.

The distance between Zürich and Chicago is approximately 7,136 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. Given the distance, new deals appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to monitor prices if you are planning to travel this route.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Chicago

Regular price: CHF 540 - CHF 1,054

Prices from Zürich to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Chicago is between 540 CHF and 1054 CHF. The current lowest deal is 383 CHF with Icelandair, for travel from Aug 5-Aug 24.

now CHF 383

Low CHF 540

High CHF 1,054

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. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 430

March

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Flights from CHF 1,430

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Direct flights from Zürich to Chicago

Brussels Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Chicago

Wed, Aug 5

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ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Icelandair

CHF 676

CHF 438

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Icelandair

CHF 655

CHF 462

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Icelandair

CHF 673

CHF 441

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

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ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Icelandair

CHF 662

CHF 442

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Icelandair

CHF 677

CHF 463

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Chicago

Zürich (ZRH) - Chicago (ORD)

Icelandair

CHF 735

CHF 485

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

CHF 769 → CHF 462

40%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

CHF 738 → CHF 453

39%

4 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 11

CHF 799 → CHF 518

35%

4 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 28

CHF 740 → CHF 463

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Chicago

Zürich - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent ZRH to CHI fares are above the typical level, with a median price of $943.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 16h 45m with 1 stop

Flights from ZRH to CHI typically take 16h 45m, with 1 stop due to connecting-dominant routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 11.1% of recent flights from ZRH to CHI are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Brussels Airlines offers direct flights

Brussels Airlines has offered 1 direct deal from ZRH to CHI recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from ZRH to CHI appear frequently, with a current deal at $383.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good choice for flights to Chicago, offering competitive prices for your journey.

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

💸 Flights from ~$506

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub for flights from Zürich to Chicago, often offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~$506

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

Consider MKE for excellent proximity to Chicago with high-frequency flight options and direct rail access.

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

💸 Flights from ~$855

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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 before departure, with an average price of $864. Booking within 6 days of travel tends to result in higher average prices, around $996. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out also shows favorable average prices, at approximately $866. These trends are based on pricing observed across the trailing 90 days.

Based on pricing observed in the trailing 90 days, a flight from Zürich to Chicago is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $754. The median price for this route has historically been around $943. Prices exceeding $1376 are typically on the higher end of the spectrum for this route. Travelers can use these benchmarks to assess the value of available flights.

Historically, December has been the most affordable month to fly from Zürich to Chicago, with a median price of $430. February also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $470. January is another favorable month, showing a median price of $473. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price 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

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Chicago

Regular price: CHF 540 - CHF 1,054

Prices from Zürich to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Chicago is between 540 CHF and 1054 CHF. The current lowest deal is 383 CHF with Icelandair, for travel from Aug 5-Aug 24.

now CHF 383

Low CHF 540

High CHF 1,054

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Chicago

December

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 430

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,430

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