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Cheap Flights from Zurich to O'Hare Intl (ZRH-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Zurich to O'Hare Intl 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to O'Hare Intl

Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 28
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:45 pmZRH-ORD
13h 20m1 stop
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7:20 pm - 12:45 pmORD-ZRH
34h 25m2 stops
$501Scandinavian Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
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6:00 pm - 3:25 pmZRH-ORD
28h 25m1 stop
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8:25 pm - 5:10 pmORD-ZRH
13h 45m1 stop
$508TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 3
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:10 am - 3:25 pmZRH-ORD
16h 15m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:10 pmORD-ZRH
15h 00m1 stop
$509TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 8:05 pmZRH-ORD
15h 40m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 10:40 amORD-ZRH
8h 50mnonstop
$525Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 12:45 pmZRH-ORD
10h 05mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 11:55 amORD-ZRH
11h 05m1 stop
$529Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 12
Air Canada Logo
7:30 am - 2:55 pmZRH-ORD
14h 25m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
12:50 pm - 11:55 amORD-ZRH
17h 05m2 stops
$549Air Canada
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 30
SWISS Logo
9:40 am - 12:45 pmZRH-ORD
10h 05mnonstop
SWISS Logo
5:50 pm - 11:55 amORD-ZRH
11h 05m1 stop
$550SWISS
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 8:05 pmZRH-ORD
15h 40m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 7:55 amORD-ZRH
8h 45mnonstop
$551United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 4:20 pmZRH-ORD
10h 10mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 4:45 pmORD-ZRH
12h 40m1 stop
$554United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 29
Air Canada Logo
9:40 am - 12:45 pmZRH-ORD
10h 05mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 7:55 amORD-ZRH
8h 45mnonstop
$562Air Canada
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Zurich Airport's efficient security speeds up passage.
Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago.
Expert advice
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Top airlines
Scandinavian Airlines
Cheapest • from $501 (round-trip)
SWISS
Best reviews • 7.5 score
Airline reviews
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 13% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest round-trip
$501
Typical prices: $519-$630
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/14Fri 11/28
ZRH - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$562
Typical prices: $516-$1,255
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/15Sat 11/29
ZRH - ORD • Non-stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Zurich to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Zurich to O'Hare Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in November.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chicago O'Hare Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost $573 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $746 and $733 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $614 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Zurich to O'Hare Intl

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
SWISS

SWISS First Class features private suites with lay-flat beds and 32-inch screens.


SWISS offers pre-selected meals by notable chefs, including vegetarian options from Hiltl.

Read more about SWISSby Emily Zemler
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access for enhanced comfort.


United Polaris Lounge provides luxurious dining with seated meals and less crowded spaces.

Airports
ZRH

Zurich Airport's efficient security ensures quick passage, but lines can be long. Arrive early and have liquids ready in a clear bag.

Read more about ZRHby Emily Zemler
ORD

Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago in about 45 minutes, avoiding traffic and offering free transfers to other lines.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
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Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$336
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Zurich to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $336 for a one-way ticket and $501 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Zurich and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Zurich and on arrival in Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    SWISS, United Airlines, Delta, Lufthansa, and Air Canada offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    The Boeing 767-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Zurich and Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Zurich to Chicago, SWISS or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Zurich to Chicago are SWISS and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $639 and an overall rating of 7.5, SWISS is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $641 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Zurich 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 Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 to Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Zurich with another airline. Booking your flights between Zurich and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Zurich up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $704 or less one-way and $627 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Tuesday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Wednesday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Thursday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Friday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Saturday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Sunday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Zurich

Monday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Tuesday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Wednesday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Thursday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Friday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Saturday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

Sunday

SWISS, United Airlines

SWISS, United Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Zurich to O'Hare Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Zurich to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Zurich to O'Hare Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
SWISSOverall score based on 1774 reviews
8.2Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.4Comfort
7.1Food
7.7Boarding
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0lane 2qs on tim3. Very bad food. No free wifi, only for texts. Entertainment poor and hard to access.

4.0 OkayDavid M, Oct 2025ZRH - JFK
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0lane 2qs on tim3. Very bad food. No free wifi, only for texts. Entertainment poor and hard to access.

At boarding, the locations where we had to have our passports checked prior to boarding were very unclear. Occasional staff wandered around telling people, but in busy area of the terminal this was not obvious. It was also located well after the check in desk in terms of walking to the gate. The Premium Economy service was attentive and warm. The only big draw back was lack of restrooms, and no division or even curtain between PE and Economy.

We had seats between the bathroom and a screaming baby, and did not have enough room to lay my head down on the tray table. Not ideal.

Everything was fairly easy just hard when you get to Heathrow not know your Gate number until an hour before but otherwise really everything great. Did not get my texts in time though to do me any good but that is why I still like everything the old fashioned way and print everything out.

My experience was wonderful. The professionalism of the crew was exemplary 🙂. The meals were wholesome and tasty. I have no complaints

Everything was smooth and great. I didnt like that they talk so much on the interphone during the flight.

Even though I paid extra for more room, we were very cramped and the seats were hard. Also, when we checked in they did not post the gate we were to arrive at even though we were half an hour away from boarding. The agent did not know either. Actually, the flight from Porto to Zurich did to have the gate posted, and there were very few agents in the boarding areas who could help us. I would never fly Swiss Air again.

Horrible flight. First delay in boarding of approximately 30 minutes. While in the plane, the flight attendants huddle and we get an announcement that the crew's legal time was exceeded, that they don't have replacement crew and that they will need to cancel the flight. One would think that they would know that their time was to be exceeded BEFORE boarding. Took for ever to deplane. Then we were told that flight would not be cancelled but gave us a departure time of 21.15, which of course was not fulfilled. Arrived in Valencia, luggage took 30 minutes to arrive. Absolutely unacceptable

Swiss is the. Only airline I use when I go to Europe. They are on time and they are fantastic!

At the boarding gate, passengers were offered the option of checking in their carry-on luggage, as the plane was full. However, they failed to specify that they would not be dropping it off at the exit. Instead, everyone had to wait over 30 minutes at the airport carousel, and to everyone's surprise, not even the carry-on luggage, but the checked luggage, was the first to arrive. An hour later, we finally collected our bags. Lesson learned: I will never check my carry-on luggage with Swiss Air / Helvetic Airways again.

Flight was delayed only slightly before takeoff due to traffic control. However, the flight arrived early to ORD. Good flight. United has been very reliable for me.

Another delayed flight. When the delays exceed the duration of the flight, it’s a problem.

After boarding the plane in Chicago, the passengers were told that there was a technical problem with the plane. Passengers remained on the plane as they tried to fix the problem. After what was probably an hour passengers were told that there was a need to change planes as the problem was not solved. Passengers disembarked and boarded another plane. After taxing to the runway and waiting for takeoff, passengers were told that owing to the thunderstorm the flight was unable to take off but would try and reroute. After some time passengers were told there wasn't enough fuel for the new route and the plane had to return to the gate for additional fuel. after another log delay the flight got underway. On the plane there was food, drinks, ice or entertainment. We were a glass of water, which appeared rationed. Flight arrived about 5 hours late. The pilot was fantastic and communicated with the passengers throughout the ordeal.

Excellent all round, first time flying United. App is very helpful.

Efficient all round, very good crew. Short flight so the food, of course, was just snacks

Better WiFi. I cannot understand that in 2025, United is so behind on a technology that is now a necessity and still painfully unreliable, slow and keeps disconnecting.

Trip was great. A wild landing in Ottawa with the wind and rain, but the pilot did a great job. Always love flying United.👍

Excellent experience. Starting with the agent at the Premier bag drop who noticed I was very early for my scheduled flight and offered to rebook me on an earlier flight with my seat preference. She would not let me leave the counter until she knew that all of the changes and new boarding pass showed up on my United app. At the gate, the flight boarded quickly such that we departed early and the flight was smooth. We arrived 20 minutes early at ORD and I was able to be home in time for dinner. One of the best flights I've had.

Salina to travers city was great! But the sept 24 Tranverse city was not! Traverse city to chichago was cancelled, i went to Denver & got to Salina 6 hours later!

See previous note about the passenger in Denver who threw my husband's bag out of the overhead bin in order to maker room for his own. And the flight attendant back up the new passenger.

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