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$317+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Illinois

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ZRH — ORD
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$489
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$317
(Air Serbia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$549

Good round-trip deal

$620 or less

Good one-way deal

$528 or less
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/161:25 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops16h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/291:28 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops15h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$489
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/162:00 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops33h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 5/307:15 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/17:45 amZRH - MDW
2 stops17h 14mDelta
Sat 5/109:20 amMDW - ZRH
2 stops16h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/27$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 11/46:50 amZRH - ORD
1 stop14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/164:34 pmORD - ZRH
2 stops15h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$499
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/147:05 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop29h 45mFinnair
Thu 5/19:30 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop13h 50mFinnair
Deal found 3/27$500
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/289:50 amZRH - ORD
Nonstop9h 55mSWISS
Tue 5/134:05 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop12h 35mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$504
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 6/137:00 amZRH - ORD
1 stop14h 10mDelta
Fri 6/2011:05 amORD - ZRH
2 stops16h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/27$505
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/272:40 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops25h 15mAir Canada
Tue 5/138:40 amORD - ZRH
2 stops20h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$513
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/138:50 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop23h 30mAustrian Airlines
Mon 4/284:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop11h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$519
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/29:40 amZRH - ORD
Nonstop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:10 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$529
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 11/47:05 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops26h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 11/158:45 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$530
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:15 amZRH - ORD
1 stop14h 45mAer Lingus
Wed 6/183:45 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop11h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 3/28$541

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Illinois 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Illinois that are best for you.

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ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Wed 4/16

1:25 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops16h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

1:28 pm-11:40 am

2 stops15h 12m

$489

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Fri 5/16

2:00 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:15 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$491

ZurichChicago

ZRH - MDW

ZRHMDW

Zurich

Thu 5/1

7:45 am-5:59 pm

2 stops17h 14m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/10

9:20 am-8:35 am

2 stops16h 15m

$494

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Wed 4/23

9:50 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

2:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop10h 55m

$499

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Mon 4/14

7:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

9:30 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$500

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Mon 4/28

9:50 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

4:05 pm-11:40 am

1 stop12h 35m

$504

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Fri 6/13

7:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/20

11:05 am-10:25 am

2 stops16h 20m

$505

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 4/27

2:40 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

8:40 am-11:40 am

2 stops20h 00m

$513

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Sun 4/13

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

4:20 pm-11:00 am

1 stop11h 40m

$519

ZurichChicago

ZRH - ORD

ZRHORD

Zurich

Mon 4/14

11:45 am-10:47 pm

1 stop18h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

9:55 am-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$522

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Zurich to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Zurich to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Illinois, such as Delta, KLM and LOT. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
LOT
7.6
Good
1,063 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Illinois. 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 from for flights from Zurich to Illinois?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to Illinois. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Serbia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $317. However, be on the lookout for offers from LOT and Icelandair, as they are both options that can get you from Zurich to Illinois for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Zurich to Illinois are Zurich - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Zurich - Chicago Midway and Zurich - Lambert-St Louis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Illinois?

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Zurich, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (95%), Austrian Airlines (95%), Brussels Airlines( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,348 for a flight from Zurich to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $492 while the most popular route, (Zurich - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $406.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Illinois 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 Zurich to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Zurich to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Zurich to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$435Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$462Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$471Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$492Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$496Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$513Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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