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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Switzerland

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$787
Geneva
Geneva1 stop$543
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$787
Geneva
Geneva1 stop$543

Book Cheap Chicago to Switzerland Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Switzerland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Switzerland

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4
Icelandair Logo
7:25 pm - 1:05 pm
ORD
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GVA
10h 40m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
5:00 pm - 9:25 pm
GVA
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ORD
11h 25m
1 stop
$543Icelandair
Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4
Icelandair Logo
7:25 pm - 1:05 pm
ORD
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GVA
10h 40m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
5:00 pm - 9:25 pm
GVA
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ORD
11h 25m
1 stop
$559Icelandair
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 9:05 am
ORD
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GVA
30h 50m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 4:45 pm
GVA
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ORD
27h 35m
1 stop
$581Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 7:25 pm
ORD
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GVA
17h 10m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 4:45 pm
GVA
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ORD
27h 35m
1 stop
$582Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 6:15 pm
ORD
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BSL
15h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 9:40 am
BSL
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ORD
30h 00m
1 stop
$688Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 9:45 am
ORD
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BSL
15h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 9:40 am
BSL
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ORD
30h 00m
1 stop
$711Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12
Air Canada Logo
7:05 am - 6:10 am
ORD
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ZRH
16h 05m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
12:40 pm - 8:21 pm
ZRH
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ORD
14h 41m
2 stops
$787Air Canada
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Air Canada Logo
10:57 am - 10:25 am
ORD
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ZRH
16h 28m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
12:40 pm - 10:03 pm
ZRH
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ORD
16h 23m
2 stops
$799Air Canada
Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25
Aer Lingus Logo
3:45 pm - 10:35 am
ORD
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ZRH
11h 50m
1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
11:20 am - 7:15 pm
ZRH
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ORD
14h 55m
1 stop
$810Aer Lingus
Sun, Aug 9 - Tue, Aug 25
Aer Lingus Logo
3:45 pm - 10:35 am
ORD
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ZRH
11h 50m
1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
11:20 am - 7:15 pm
ZRH
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ORD
14h 55m
1 stop
$827Aer Lingus
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Switzerland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Switzerland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Switzerland flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Switzerland from Chicago found in the last 5 days was to Zurich, at $796 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Zurich (ZRH), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $796.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Switzerland?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Chicago to Switzerland depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Switzerland is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $898 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Switzerland is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,002.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Switzerland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $798, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Switzerland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Switzerland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Switzerland is May, when tickets cost $345 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,004 and $498 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Switzerland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Switzerland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Switzerland on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Chicago to Switzerland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Switzerland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Switzerland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Switzerland, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$260
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Zurich

Flights from Chicago to Switzerland: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Chicago to Switzerland 
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
ORD
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ZRH
Sep 2024
Bring a neck pillow and a heavy sweater bc it does get cold. I used the blanket for my legs. Also: get a seat in the aisle.
EFlew with SWISS
ORD
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ZRH
May 2024
Difficult finding the international terminal in Chicago and have to take a long bus ride to get there, so you need lots of time. Immigration in Zurich was really slow. I had to skip to the front and still barely made my connection.

FAQs - booking Switzerland flights

  • Is there an observation deck at ZRH?

    You can get out of the airport terminal and get some fresh air after the flight on the passenger observation decks. While the observation deck is dedicated to spotting the planes, it also is a good space to relax outside.

  • Can I have a meal at ZRH?

    For those who need a place to sit down for a meal at the airport, you can go for a delicious meal at the Villa Antinori da Bindella. In addition to offering full-service dining, it also offers specialty dishes inspired by Tuscan cuisine and a first-class wine collection.

  • How can I access left luggage at ZRH?

    In the event you leave your luggage at the airport, you should be aware that the supervised left luggage services and luggage storage lockers are available in the airport facility. The left luggage counter is adjacent to the Service Center car park 2 on level 1. It is open each day and available for bag storage whenever needed.

  • Is the city’s downtown accessible from Zurich Airport?

    In the event you have a 6h layover or more at ZRH, you can get out and enjoy the surrounding areas which include downtown Zurich. The city center is just 6.8 miles from the airport and is connected to an array of transport links. So, you can get there fast and start exploring Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Switzerland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Switzerland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Switzerland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Switzerland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Switzerland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to Switzerland with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Switzerland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to Switzerland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Switzerland

  • If you seek to take a flight from Chicago to Switzerland, the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most appropriate facility to use. It typically is referred to as O’Hare and is the primary international airport serving Chicago, Illinois. It is located on the northwest side of the city and approximately 17 miles northwest of the Loop business district.
  • Switzerland’s primary airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH). This means that when traveling to the nation from Chicago, this is the airport facility you will arrive at and is the largest international airport in Switzerland.
  • When traveling to Switzerland, it is possible to escape the noise and chaos of the airport and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks and comfortable seating in a more chilled environment. The Zurich airport has an array of lounges, some of which are specific to certain airlines and others are open to all individuals.
  • For those seeking a place to work out once they arrive at ZRH, the Radisson Blu Hotel is a place to consider. It is adjacent to the airport and visitors are allowed to use the airport’s fitness and Wellness center for their own enjoyment. The Sanctify premium members can use points to access the gym even when staying at the Radisson Blu Hotel.
  • At ORD, you can freshen up at the airport showers accessible to all travelers. Within the passenger area, there is a Transit Hotel that is located at Gates D and remains open 24/7. There are several areas for individuals to hire. This is in addition to those at the Family Services located at Gates E and those at the Service Center, car park 2.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to Switzerland

Cabin class types available on flights to Switzerland

Cabin classes available on flights to Switzerland. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.