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$312+ 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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — EAP
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Sun 2/2
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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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$521
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$312
(Kiwi.com)

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February
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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 January 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/237:50 pmORD - BSL
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/146:55 pmBSL - ORD
1 stop21h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$520
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/33:35 pmORD - BSL
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:20 pmBSL - ORD
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$629
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 4/19:40 pmORD - BSL
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/86:05 amBSL - ORD
2 stops32h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$794
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/1711:35 amORD - BSL
2 stops16h 50mAir Canada
Wed 3/267:10 amBSL - ORD
2 stops18h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$795
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/176:33 pmORD - BSL
2 stops17h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/2611:15 amBSL - ORD
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$796
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/285:36 pmORD - BSL
2 stops14h 34mBritish Airways
Sat 4/510:00 pmBSL - ORD
1 stop20h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$897
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/54:45 pmORD - BSL
2 stops15h 05mIberia
Mon 3/101:20 pmBSL - ORD
2 stops39h 27mIberia
Deal found 1/20$1,011
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/27:05 amORD - BSL
2 stops19h 30mDelta
Thu 3/1311:15 amBSL - ORD
1 stop34h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,057
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/192:08 pmMDW - BSL
2 stops16h 57mAir France
Wed 2/266:05 amBSL - MDW
2 stops18h 38mAir France
Deal found 1/20$1,067
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/42:08 pmMDW - BSL
2 stops16h 57mDelta
Tue 3/116:05 amBSL - MDW
2 stops17h 57mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,068
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/61:00 pmORD - BSL
2 stops23h 45mAustrian Airlines
Thu 3/138:25 pmBSL - ORD
1 stop24h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,115
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 4/271:16 pmMDW - BSL
2 stops13h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/46:15 amBSL - MDW
2 stops15h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,190

Find flights from Chicago to Basel within your budget

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 January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

11:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop15h 10m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 3/10

6:05 pm-11:10 am

1 stop23h 05m

$521

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

3:35 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 3/10

1:20 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$629

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

5:50 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 4/8

6:05 am-8:02 am

2 stops32h 57m

$794

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/17

11:35 am-10:25 am

2 stops16h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 3/26

7:10 am-7:55 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$795

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/17

6:33 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops17h 37m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 3/26

11:15 am-7:45 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$796

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/28

5:36 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops14h 34m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 4/5

10:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

$897

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

4:45 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops15h 05m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 3/10

1:20 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops39h 27m

$1,011

ChicagoBasel

ORD - BSL

ORDBSL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

7:05 am-9:35 am

2 stops19h 30m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 3/13

11:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$1,057

ChicagoBasel

MDW - BSL

MDWBSL

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/19

2:08 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops16h 57m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 2/26

6:05 am-5:43 pm

2 stops18h 38m

$1,067

ChicagoBasel

MDW - BSL

MDWBSL

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

10:57 am-9:35 am

2 stops15h 38m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 3/11

6:05 am-6:18 pm

2 stops18h 13m

$1,068

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Basel

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Basel including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
786 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 $521. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $794, and Air Canada, from $795. Turkish Airlines is 54% 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?

    $565 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and KLM, with prices starting from $580 and $717, 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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