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Cheapest round-trip
$618
Typical prices: $569-$816
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 2/8Wed 2/14
GVA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$343
Typical prices: $428-$708
British Airways
Tue 1/16
GVA - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Geneva and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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GVA - ORD
Cheapest • 8% average savings
GVA - MDW
Most popular
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 28% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $636 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 11h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Geneva to Chicago (GVA-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Geneva to Chicago

Mon, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 14
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9:50 am - 4:45 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:10 pm - 5:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
14h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
$618Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 14
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9:50 am - 4:45 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:10 pm - 9:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
30h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$618Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
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6:50 am - 3:20 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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8:50 am - 7:25 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
15h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$632United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:40 am - 12:40 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 00m1 stop Zurich
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12:59 pm - 7:25 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
11h 26m1 stop Newark
$632United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 28
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9:50 am - 4:45 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:10 pm - 7:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
17h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$632Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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7:40 am - 4:15 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 35m1 stop Zurich
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10:39 am - 7:25 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
13h 46m1 stop Newark
$632United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20
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7:40 am - 4:15 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 35m1 stop Zurich
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6:00 am - 7:25 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
18h 25m1 stop Newark
$632United Airlines
Sat, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 24
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7:15 pm - 4:00 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 45m2 stops Porto Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:45 pm - 5:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
16h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$637TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:50 am - 3:02 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 12m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:57 pm - 12:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
15h 43m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$642Air Canada
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Dec 26
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6:50 pm - 12:10 pmGVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 20m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
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6:50 pm - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
11h 55m1 stop Zurich
$1,183SWISS
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Price, demand and travel trends for Geneva to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Geneva to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Geneva to Chicago typically range from $569 to $816. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $618, on Scandinavian Airlines.

What is the cheapest Geneva to Chicago flight route?

Geneva (GVA) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Geneva to Chicago route, averaging $688 round-trip. Other Geneva to Chicago routes average $806, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Geneva to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Geneva to Chicago. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Chicago?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Chicago at $498 round-trip.
•January ($823) and September ($787) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Geneva to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Geneva to Chicago are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Geneva to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$343
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Geneva to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Geneva to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Geneva to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Geneva to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Geneva to Chicago?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Geneva to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Geneva to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Geneva to Chicago takes 00m, covering 4,374 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Geneva to Chicago?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Geneva to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Geneva to Chicago range from $569 to $816, with an average of $689 over the past 12 months. Anything below $569 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Geneva to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $689 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Geneva to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Geneva to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,334, which is 136% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $28:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Geneva to Chicago?

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

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Geneva to Chicago pass through?

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Geneva to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Geneva to Chicago. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $627 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $762, a difference of $135.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Geneva to Chicago?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 28m, compared with 11h 31m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) and 11h 44m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Geneva and Chicago?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Geneva to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $627, about $135 less than Sunday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Geneva to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average $498 round-trip in that month - typically $325 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel

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