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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Zurich:

• Earliest: departs at 4:10 pm and lands at 12:58 am
• Latest: departs at 7:50 pm and lands at 4:38 am.

The flight takes about 8h 48m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Zurich:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Zurich takes 8h 48m, covering 4,422 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Zurich range from $712 to $1,297, with an average of $944 over the past 12 months. Anything below $712 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $944 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $670 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to $1,244 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Zurich flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Zurich flights:

• SWISS
• United Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Chicago to Zurich are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $427, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

Zurich Airport (ZRH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Budget
• GREEN MOTION

Flights from Chicago to Zurich may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Zurich (ZRH).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Zurich most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Chicago to Zurich. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $846 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,208, a difference of $362.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Zurich. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• SWISS
• United Airlines

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 47m, compared with 12h 12m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 12h 24m via London Heathrow (LHR).

Zurich is 6 hours ahead of Chicago (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Zurich are Hallenstadion, Lindenhof and Stadion Letzigrund. These are among the most viewed places in Zurich on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Zurich flights:

• SWISS: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Austrian Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Alpine Garden Capsule Hotel, opposite check-in counter 1 landside, offers sleep capsules available for overnight use. Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport is within airport grounds and is connected to the terminal building by a walkway. Hyatt Place Zurich Airport the Circle is five minutes from the terminal building and offers day rooms and overnight stays.

ZRH has two family service rooms. They are both located airside, around A Gates and E Gates. The family rooms have baby changing tables, a kitchenette with utensils, rooms for sleeping and breastfeeding, and a playroom with colorful toys. Babysitting services aren’t offered, but the family rooms have childcare specialists. The airport also has a treasure hunt, a fun way your kid can pass the time while finding ZRH hidden treasures. Strollers are also available for rent for kids four years and younger at check-in counters 1 and 2.

The bus stop at ZRH is the best connected in the city, and you can get anywhere in Zurich by bus from ZRH. During the winter, they even offer buses to the surrounding ski resorts. ZRH is served by two trams that provide services to Zurich Hauptbahnhof and Stettbach railway station, with several stops along the way. Trams run every 15min. You can also take the train from the Zurich Airport Railway Station. This should take you anywhere in Switzerland, and you can get tickets from vending machines at the station. Taxis are also available outside Arrivals 1 and 2, and rental cars from the Airport center, Level 1.

MDW is an accessible airport, thanks to the ramps and elevators for barrier-free access to the airport complex. Special needs passengers also get accessible restrooms, fast lanes at security checkpoints, dedicated seating in common areas, and reserved parking spots at airport garages. Aira services are available at MDW, and tactile guide paths are also provided for low-vision passengers. TDD telephones and visual paging are available for hard-of-hearing passengers.