$333 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Zürich (ORD-ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $333 for one-way flights and $476 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 24
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$476 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$476
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $476 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 18
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$527 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$527
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $527 found 18 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Thu, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 8
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$572 Roundtrip, just found
$572
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $572 just found
Aer Lingus
Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 5
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$631 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$631
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $631 found 12 hours ago
Icelandair
Sat, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 29
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$637 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$637
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sat, Mar 21 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Sun, Mar 29, priced at $637 found 4 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 9
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$638 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$638
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $638 found 3 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$639 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$639
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $639 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$639 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$639
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $639 found 1 hour ago
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 27
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$639 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$639
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $639 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5
ORD
Chicago
ZRH
Zürich
$653 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$653
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from Chicago to Zürich, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $653 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Zürich (ZRH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $405 - $973 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Zürich

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Zurich Airport ZRH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 13 minutes. Flights from $1,028
ZRH
Zurich Airport
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center13 min
Flights from $1,028
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Zürich (ZRH)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$476
Distance
4431 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 48 mins

Chicago to Zürich Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Zürich

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Zürich are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Zürich with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Zürich

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Zürich: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Zürich

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Zürich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $333 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Zürich flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Zürich airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) cost?
Pick up cheap return tickets starting at $639 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving ORD on August 5 2025 and touching down at ZRH. The price was last updated on July 13 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to ZRH?
The cheapest flights from ORD to ZRH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
You can fly straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) on a SWISS flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to ZRH?
Jet off from ORD to ZRH with Lufthansa. This carrier currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting from $450. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on August 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 13 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
On average, O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) only has 1 nonstop flight to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every day. For more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Enter your dates, then click on "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
More passengers fly between ORD and ZRH at 7 PM than at any other time. Looking for a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to ZRH?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:05PM UTC-6, departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be in the air for roughly 8h 40m, reaching Zurich Airport (ZRH) at approximately 10:45AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Flights from ORD to ZRH have an average travel time of 8 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance between the two is 4,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to ZRH?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 84%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
To avoid potential delays on the O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ORD to ZRH are typically more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
If you booked your ORD to ZRH flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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