What is the cheapest airline that flies from Basel to Chicago?

British Airways, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Basel to Chicago

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Basel to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Basel to Chicago were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Basel to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Basel to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$434 Cheap Flights from Basel to Chicago in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Basel and Chicago?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $598 to $708. The lowest price recently found on this route was $604.

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7:10 pm - 1:50 pm

BSL

ORD

25h 40m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 11:20 am

ORD

BSL

11h 20m

1 stop

$604British Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27

11:50 am - 6:15 pm

BSL

ORD

13h 25m

1 stop

12:40 pm - 11:20 am

ORD

BSL

15h 40m

2 stops

$609American Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

6:40 am - 12:30 pm

BSL

ORD

12h 50m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 6:50 pm

ORD

BSL

14h 35m

1 stop

$611British Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

6:40 am - 12:30 pm

BSL

ORD

12h 50m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 6:50 pm

ORD

BSL

14h 35m

1 stop

$613British Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

6:40 am - 4:58 pm

BSL

ORD

17h 18m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 11:20 am

ORD

BSL

15h 40m

2 stops

$614American Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

9:55 am - 6:15 pm

BSL

ORD

15h 20m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 9:15 am

ORD

BSL

10h 40m

1 stop

$619Lufthansa

Fri, Jul 24 - Wed, Aug 5

6:30 am - 6:11 pm

BSL

MDW

18h 41m

2 stops

12:30 pm - 9:55 am

MDW

BSL

14h 25m

2 stops

$740Delta

Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 16

6:30 am - 3:38 pm

BSL

MDW

16h 08m

2 stops

9:59 am - 9:45 am

MDW

BSL

16h 46m

2 stops

$756Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2

6:30 am - 4:50 pm

BSL

MDW

17h 20m

2 stops

10:35 am - 9:55 am

MDW

BSL

16h 20m

2 stops

$774Air France

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

10:15 am - 6:18 pm

BSL

MDW

15h 03m

2 stops

1:27 pm - 9:55 am

MDW

BSL

13h 28m

2 stops

$975Air France

Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Aug 7

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Lufthansa

Jul 24

BSL9:55 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

15h 20m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 5

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 40m

1 stop

BSL9:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$619

Lufthansa

Jul 23

BSL1:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

12h 10m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 8

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 35m

1 stop

BSL9:10 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$691

Lufthansa

Jul 4

BSL2:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

12h 05m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 17

ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 15m

1 stop

BSL10:20 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$692

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United Airlines

Jul 22

BSL6:10 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

13h 45m

1 stop

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 3

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 40m

1 stop

BSL9:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$642

United Airlines

Jul 22

BSL6:10 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

20h 45m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 12

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 40m

1 stop

BSL9:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$644

United Airlines

Jul 21

BSL11:00 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

18h 15m

2 stops

ORD10:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 9

ORD10:51 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 19m

2 stops

BSL9:10 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$648

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BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 9/20

7:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/27

5:00 pm-11:20 am

1 stop11h 20m

$604

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 9/2

11:50 am-6:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

12:40 pm-11:20 am

2 stops15h 40m

$609

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 9/2

6:40 am-12:30 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

9:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$611

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 9/2

6:40 am-12:30 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

9:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$613

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 9/2

6:40 am-4:58 pm

2 stops17h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

12:40 pm-11:20 am

2 stops15h 40m

$614

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BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 7/24

9:55 am-6:15 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/5

3:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop10h 40m

$619

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 9/16

6:30 am-6:11 pm

2 stops18h 41m

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/16

12:30 pm-9:55 am

2 stops14h 25m

$740

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 8/29

6:30 am-3:38 pm

2 stops16h 08m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/2

9:59 am-9:45 am

2 stops16h 46m

$756

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 10/8

6:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops17h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/11

10:35 am-9:55 am

2 stops16h 20m

$774

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 7/23

10:15 am-6:18 pm

2 stops15h 03m

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/7

1:27 pm-9:55 am

2 stops13h 28m

$975

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The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Basel, with most prices found around $460. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Basel to Chicago during April average around $485.

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How far is Basel to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 4381.2 mi away from Basel. Flights usually cover this in 12h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Basel to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Basel to Chicago were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Basel to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Basel to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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