Cheap flights from Zurich to Chicago from $315

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SWISS Logo
1:05 pm - 3:55 pmZRH-ORD
9h 50mnonstop
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7:05 pm - 10:50 amORD-ZRH
8h 45mnonstop
$500SWISS
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Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Oct 3
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 5:37 pmZRH-ORD
17h 37m2 stops
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4:15 pm - 4:45 pmORD-ZRH
17h 30m1 stop
$502Delta
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Thu, Sep 4 - Fri, Oct 10
Air Canada Logo
7:25 am - 6:41 pmZRH-ORD
18h 16m2 stops
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8:40 am - 6:10 amORD-ZRH
14h 30m1 stop
$503Air Canada
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Wed, Sep 3 - Sat, Oct 18
Air Canada Logo
7:25 am - 5:33 pmZRH-ORD
17h 08m2 stops
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8:40 am - 11:40 amORD-ZRH
20h 00m2 stops
$504Air Canada
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Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:55 pmZRH-ORD
14h 40m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 11:40 amORD-ZRH
12h 40m1 stop
$511United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 21
Austrian Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:20 pmZRH-ORD
23h 30m1 stop
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4:20 pm - 11:00 amORD-ZRH
11h 40m1 stop
$512Austrian Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 5:55 pmZRH-ORD
34h 45m2 stops
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8:20 pm - 12:25 pmORD-ZRH
34h 05m2 stops
$514Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:00 pmZRH-ORD
13h 45m1 stop
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8:50 am - 8:05 amORD-ZRH
16h 15m1 stop
$521United Airlines
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Sun, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 12
Austrian Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 1:20 pmZRH-ORD
13h 00m1 stop
Austrian Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 11:00 amORD-ZRH
11h 40m1 stop
$536Austrian Airlines
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Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 4:45 pmZRH-ORD
27h 20m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 7:45 pmORD-ZRH
17h 30m1 stop
$546Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Jan 6 - Mon, May 11

United Airlines flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 28
ZRH9:50 amZurich
10h 00m
ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 10
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 45m
ZRH10:50 amZurich
United Airlines
Aug 28
ZRH7:15 amZurich
13h 45m
1 stop
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 10
ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 00m
1 stop
ZRH10:50 amZurich
United Airlines
Aug 28
ZRH9:50 amZurich
10h 00m
ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 10
ORD9:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 07m
1 stop
ZRH8:15 amZurich

Austrian Airlines flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Austrian Airlines deals on Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Austrian Airlines
Sep 28
ZRH8:50 pmZurich
23h 30m
1 stop
ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 5
ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
ZRH11:00 amZurich
Austrian Airlines
Sep 27
ZRH7:20 amZurich
13h 00m
1 stop
ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 4
ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
ZRH11:00 amZurich

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ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Fri 9/19

1:05 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

7:05 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 45m

$500

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-5:37 pm

2 stops17h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

4:15 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$502

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Wed 9/3

7:25 am-6:41 pm

2 stops18h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

8:40 am-6:10 am

1 stop14h 30m

$503

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sat 9/13

7:25 am-5:33 pm

2 stops17h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

8:40 am-11:40 am

2 stops20h 00m

$504

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 9/7

7:15 am-2:55 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

4:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop12h 40m

$511

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 9/28

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

4:20 pm-11:00 am

1 stop11h 40m

$512

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 10/26

1:10 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/31

8:20 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$514

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 8/31

7:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

8:50 am-8:05 am

1 stop16h 15m

$521

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sat 9/27

7:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

4:20 pm-11:00 am

1 stop11h 40m

$536

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Tue 1/6

8:25 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

7:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$546

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Zurich averaging around $597.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $628. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Zurich because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $982.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Zurich in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $515 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $789. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Zurich when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $665 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Zurich for as low as $578 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ZRH to ORD) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$648

Fastest flight time

9h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Zurich in the past 72 hours is $648. The best round-trip flight deal from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $573.
The fastest flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 9h 45m
Direct flights go from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport every day.
  • How far is Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    Zurich and Chicago O'Hare Intl are 4431.2 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 9h 50m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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Best airlines flying from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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British AirwaysPriceFrom $435Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,291 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $496Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,702 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $508Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,930 reviews
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  • SWISS Flights From Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

    SWISS flies from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport around 17 times per week, with 1,702 momondo users rating the airline 7.6/10. The cheapest SWISS deal from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the last 72 hours was $496 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $640 for SWISS flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

    The best United Airlines deal for Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $508, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $703 round-trip. United Airlines operates 21 flights out of Zurich into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 8,930 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.

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