Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Basel to Chicago?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $443.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Basel and Chicago?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Basel to Chicago?

London (LHR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 43m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Basel to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 55m.

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

British Airways, Turkish 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.

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6:05 am - 3:25 pm

BSL

ORD

16h 20m1 stop

4:14 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

BSL

15h 41m2 stops

$589Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

6:05 am - 3:25 pm

BSL

ORD

16h 20m1 stop

6:45 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

BSL

13h 10m1 stop

$593Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

7:10 am - 5:00 pm

BSL

ORD

16h 50m1 stop

6:35 pm - 3:35 pm

ORD

BSL

14h 00m1 stop

$594American Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 28

6:05 am - 5:00 pm

BSL

ORD

17h 55m1 stop

3:48 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

BSL

16h 07m2 stops

$595American Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

7:10 am - 1:50 pm

BSL

ORD

13h 40m1 stop

6:48 pm - 6:05 pm

ORD

BSL

16h 17m2 stops

$597Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 28

6:05 am - 5:42 pm

BSL

ORD

18h 37m2 stops

4:14 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

BSL

15h 41m2 stops

$601American Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

7:35 pm - 1:50 pm

BSL

ORD

25h 15m1 stop

11:44 am - 10:15 am

ORD

BSL

15h 31m2 stops

$607British Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

6:05 am - 6:36 pm

BSL

MDW

19h 31m2 stops

1:49 pm - 1:50 pm

MDW

BSL

17h 01m2 stops

$632Delta

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

6:05 am - 4:29 pm

BSL

MDW

17h 24m2 stops

12:48 pm - 10:40 am

MDW

BSL

14h 52m2 stops

$637Delta

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

5:55 pm - 5:37 pm

BSL

MDW

30h 42m2 stops

1:49 pm - 5:25 pm

MDW

BSL

20h 36m2 stops

$673KLM

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

British Airways flights from Basel to Chicago

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British Airways

Jan 22

BSL11:05 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 40m

1 stop

ORD6:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 26

ORD9:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 50m

1 stop

BSL9:35 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$605

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British Airways

Jan 22

BSL7:35 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

25h 15m

1 stop

ORD1:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 26

ORD11:44 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 31m

2 stops

BSL10:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$607

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British Airways

Jan 22

BSL6:05 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

18h 37m

2 stops

ORD5:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 26

ORD11:44 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 31m

2 stops

BSL10:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$619

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United Airlines flights from Basel to Chicago

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United Airlines

Jan 30

BSL1:10 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

12h 15m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 6

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 15m

1 stop

BSL4:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$677

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United Airlines

Jan 30

BSL9:50 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 58m

2 stops

ORD5:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 6

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 15m

1 stop

BSL4:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$684

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United Airlines

Dec 19

BSL9:50 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

35h 30m

2 stops

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 23

ORD8:51 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 39m

2 stops

BSL12:30 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$1,135

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BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

4:14 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$589

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$593

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 1/24

7:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

6:35 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$594

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

3:48 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops16h 07m

$595

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 1/24

7:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

6:48 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$597

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-5:42 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

4:14 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$601

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/22

7:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

11:44 am-10:15 am

2 stops15h 31m

$607

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/22

6:05 am-6:36 pm

2 stops19h 31m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/26

1:49 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops17h 01m

$632

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-4:29 pm

2 stops17h 24m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

12:48 pm-10:40 am

2 stops14h 52m

$637

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 1/15

5:55 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops30h 42m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

1:49 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops20h 36m

$673

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Basel, with most prices found around $417. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in October, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Basel to Chicago during May average around $450.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $474. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Basel to Chicago for around $771.

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Basel to Chicago flight.

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The fastest flight from Basel to Chicago takes 12h 05m

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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 05m, 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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