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$530+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Basel (EAP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — EAP
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Basel

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Basel (EAP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$583
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$530
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,181
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Basel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Basel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/911:25 amORD - BSL
1 stop15h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/2510:35 amBSL - ORD
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/23$583
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/44:43 pmORD - BSL
3 stops33h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/115:05 pmBSL - ORD
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$764
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/911:52 amORD - BSL
2 stops16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/256:10 amBSL - ORD
2 stops16h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2710:10 amORD - BSL
2 stops16h 25mDelta
Sat 9/66:15 amBSL - ORD
1 stop14h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/23$869
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:25 pmORD - BSL
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/311:10 amBSL - ORD
1 stop12h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/23$897
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:55 amORD - BSL
2 stops14h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/311:25 amBSL - ORD
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$905
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:35 amMDW - BSL
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Thu 9/256:15 amBSL - MDW
2 stops15h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/23$946
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/43:35 pmORD - BSL
1 stop10h 35mLufthansa
Wed 6/111:00 pmBSL - ORD
1 stop12h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$1,024
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/161:05 pmORD - BSL
2 stops37h 35mAustrian Airlines
Mon 7/218:25 pmBSL - ORD
2 stops29h 15mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,066
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:25 pmMDW - BSL
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1010:15 amBSL - MDW
2 stops15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,403
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/42:00 pmORD - BSL
2 stops13h 55mAir Canada
Sun 7/208:30 amBSL - ORD
2 stops31h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$1,464

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Basel that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Basel that are best for you.

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ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

11:25 am-9:40 am

1 stop15h 15m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 9/25

10:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop30h 05m

$583

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

4:43 pm-9:35 am

3 stops33h 52m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 6/11

5:05 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$764

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

11:52 am-10:55 am

2 stops16h 03m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 9/25

6:10 am-3:45 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$797

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

10:10 am-9:35 am

2 stops16h 25m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$869

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

10:25 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 6/3

11:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$897

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

11:55 am-9:10 am

2 stops14h 15m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 6/3

11:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$905

ChicagoBasel

MDW - BSL

MDWBSL

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/9

10:35 am-9:30 am

2 stops15h 55m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 9/25

6:15 am-2:54 pm

2 stops15h 39m

$946

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

3:35 pm-9:10 am

1 stop10h 35m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 6/11

1:00 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$1,024

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/16

1:05 pm-9:40 am

2 stops37h 35m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 7/21

8:25 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,066

ChicagoBasel

MDW - BSL

MDWBSL

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

6:25 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 6/10

10:15 am-6:41 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$1,403

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/23

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Basel

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Basel in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Basel flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Basel flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Basel flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Basel flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Basel flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Basel

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Basel from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Basel

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to EAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Basel. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Basel in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Basel by month

Plan your trip to Basel by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Basel ranges from 1.9 - 3.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Basel when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Basel by month

Plan your trip to Basel by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Basel, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Basel

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Basel. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Basel. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Austrian Airlines and SWISS from Chicago to Basel to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,442 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Basel. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Basel from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Basel All airports (EAP) if they book a flight to Basel from Chicago. On average, All airports has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Basel All airports is conveniently located just 0.2 mi from Basel’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Basel round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Basel round-trip from $583. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $797, and Delta, from $869. Turkish Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Basel one-way?

    $530 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $537 and $620, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Basel that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Basel flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Basel?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Basel.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Basel?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Basel by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Basel?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Basel (average of $545). Flying from Chicago to Basel in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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