Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Zurich – Chicago
Outbound – Oct 31, 2026
direct
10h 0m Return – Nov 14, 2026
1 stop
10h 20m FRA
$785
yesterday
Zurich – Chicago
Outbound – Oct 31, 2026
direct
10h 0m Return – Nov 14, 2026
direct
8h 50m $781
yesterday
Zurich – Chicago
Outbound – Oct 31, 2026
direct
10h 0m Return – Nov 13, 2026
direct
8h 45m $822
yesterday
Zurich – Chicago
Outbound – Oct 31, 2026
direct
10h 0m Return – Nov 14, 2026
direct
8h 50m $826
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$588
Average price of a round trip
$710
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
9h54
A flight from Zurich to Chicago takes on average 9h54.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is July.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Zurich to Chicago
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Chicago (USA) from Zurich (Switzerland) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $657 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 18 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Aer Lingus. A ticket from the airline Aer Lingus to Chicago costs on average $1084.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Swiss, Brussels Airlines and United Airlines.
info departure city :
Zurich, Switzerland
airport :
Zurich-Kloten International Airport (ZRH)
local time :
Zurich is a city in the country Switzerland, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Zurich, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 11°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 13°C.
The city of Zurich (ZRH) has 1 airport(s): Zurich-Kloten
destination info :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 12°C, with a minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 16°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
Useful info about Chicago
What is the least touristic period to go to Chicago?
If you want to visit Chicago during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?
In Chicago, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Zurich to Chicago?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 18 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 3 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 24% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Zurich to Chicago is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Zurich and Chicago?
When you leave, you can leave from Zurich-Kloten, and you will arrive at Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare.
How to reach Zurich airport from the city centre?
This information is not available at this time.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Zurich to Chicago?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Zurich and Chicago?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Chicago and 19°C in Zurich. The average rainfall in summer is 145 mm in Chicago and 121 mm in Zurich. In summer, it is warmer in Chicago and it rains less in Zurich. In winter, it is colder in Zurich and it rains more in Zurich.
