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 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 offers the lowest fares from Basel to Chicago?

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

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.

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 low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $556 to $592. The lowest price recently found on this route was $517.

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6:05 am - 5:00 pm

BSL

ORD

17h 55m

1 stop

3:16 pm - 3:05 pm

ORD

BSL

16h 49m

2 stops

$517American Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22

6:05 am - 5:58 pm

BSL

ORD

18h 53m

2 stops

3:16 pm - 3:05 pm

ORD

BSL

16h 49m

2 stops

$522American Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22

6:35 am - 8:30 am

BSL

ORD

31h 55m

2 stops

9:35 pm - 3:05 pm

ORD

BSL

11h 30m

1 stop

$524American Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

6:05 am - 9:30 pm

BSL

ORD

21h 25m

2 stops

4:21 pm - 3:05 pm

ORD

BSL

16h 44m

2 stops

$544Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26

6:20 am - 9:30 pm

BSL

ORD

21h 10m

2 stops

4:21 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

BSL

16h 34m

2 stops

$548Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

6:30 am - 5:54 pm

BSL

MDW

18h 24m

2 stops

10:43 am - 9:55 am

MDW

BSL

16h 12m

2 stops

$601Delta

Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13

6:30 am - 5:22 pm

BSL

MDW

17h 52m

2 stops

1:10 pm - 1:45 pm

MDW

BSL

17h 35m

2 stops

$626Delta

Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 6

10:15 am - 6:40 pm

BSL

MDW

15h 25m

2 stops

12:53 pm - 9:55 am

MDW

BSL

14h 02m

2 stops

$644Air France

Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 13

10:15 am - 6:40 pm

BSL

MDW

15h 25m

2 stops

6:34 pm - 1:45 pm

MDW

BSL

12h 11m

2 stops

$916Air France

Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12

10:15 am - 6:40 pm

BSL

MDW

15h 25m

2 stops

1:10 pm - 9:45 am

MDW

BSL

13h 35m

2 stops

$1,031KLM

Mon, Apr 6 - Sun, Apr 12

Turkish Airlines flights from Basel to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 15

BSL6:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

31h 20m

1 stop

ORD7:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 24

ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 50m

1 stop

BSL5:10 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$744

Turkish Airlines

Feb 20

BSL6:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

23h 00m

1 stop

ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 6

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

BSL10:00 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$745

Turkish Airlines

Feb 23

BSL6:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

31h 20m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 9

ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

BSL10:00 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$746

Lufthansa flights from Basel to Chicago

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Lufthansa

Mar 18

BSL2:10 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

12h 55m

1 stop

ORD9:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 25

ORD11:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 55m

1 stop

BSL6:30 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$575

Lufthansa

Mar 19

BSL10:35 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

11h 45m

1 stop

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 26

ORD11:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

BSL6:20 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$673

Lufthansa

Feb 9

BSL6:45 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

13h 40m

1 stop

ORD1:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 22

ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 30m

1 stop

BSL12:30 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$680

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BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 2/19

6:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

3:16 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops16h 49m

$517

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 2/19

6:05 am-5:58 pm

2 stops18h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

3:16 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops16h 49m

$522

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 3/15

6:35 am-8:30 am

2 stops31h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/22

9:35 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$524

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 3/19

6:05 am-9:30 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/26

4:21 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$544

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 3/18

6:20 am-9:30 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

4:21 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops16h 34m

$548

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 4/6

6:30 am-5:54 pm

2 stops18h 24m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

10:43 am-9:55 am

2 stops16h 12m

$601

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 4/1

6:30 am-5:22 pm

2 stops17h 52m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/6

1:10 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$626

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 4/7

10:15 am-6:40 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

12:53 pm-9:55 am

2 stops14h 02m

$644

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 4/5

10:15 am-6:40 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/12

6:34 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$916

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 4/6

10:15 am-6:40 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/12

1:10 pm-9:45 am

2 stops13h 35m

$1,031

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Basel, with most prices found around $450. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in May, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Basel to Chicago during January average around $460.

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You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Basel to Chicago flight.

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Fastest flight time	15h 35m
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The fastest flight from Basel to Chicago takes 15h 35m

There are no direct flights from Basel to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Basel to Chicago.

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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 15h 35m, 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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