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$261+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lucerne, Switzerland

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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ZRH
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Lucerne are usually found in February or October, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Lucerne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lucerne (LU9). 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 December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$452
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One-way from

$261
(Kiwi.com)

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June

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February

Average price

$981
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/277:10 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop15h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/112:40 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops32h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/18$617
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/316:30 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
Wed 1/810:25 amZRH - ORD
2 stops13h 55mIcelandair
Deal found 12/18$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/259:55 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mLOT
Fri 1/3110:25 amZRH - ORD
1 stop16h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/18$1,048
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Wed 12/253:35 pmORD - ZRH
3 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/317:55 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,052
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Fri 12/278:20 pmORD - ZRH
1 stop13h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 1/64:20 pmZRH - ORD
2 stops54h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/18$1,445
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Wed 12/257:05 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 40mSWISS
Fri 1/311:10 pmZRH - ORD
Nonstop10h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/18$1,613
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/254:10 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mAustrian Airlines
Thu 12/268:45 pmZRH - ORD
1 stop24h 20mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,824
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Wed 12/2511:35 amORD - ZRH
2 stops15h 50mAir Canada
Fri 1/311:15 amZRH - ORD
2 stops15h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$1,917
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Fri 12/274:10 pmORD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/21:10 pmZRH - ORD
Nonstop10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,927
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Wed 12/255:51 pmMDW - ZRH
2 stops17h 04mDelta
Fri 1/316:55 amZRH - MDW
2 stops16h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,005

Find flights from Chicago to Lucerne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Lucerne 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 December 19, 2024.

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ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/20

7:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Zurich

Mon 1/27

10:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$452

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

8:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop30h 40m

Zurich

Thu 3/13

2:50 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$554

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

5:15 am-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Zurich

Wed 2/19

10:25 am-10:35 am

3 stops31h 10m

$596

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

7:15 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Zurich

Wed 1/22

6:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$614

ChicagoZurich

MDW - ZRH

MDWZRH

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/5

9:33 am-10:30 am

2 stops17h 57m

Zurich

Thu 3/13

6:55 am-6:03 pm

2 stops17h 08m

$713

ChicagoZurich

MDW - ZRH

MDWZRH

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/1

7:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Zurich

Sat 2/8

6:40 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$829

ChicagoZurich

MDW - ZRH

MDWZRH

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/15

2:08 pm-10:50 am

2 stops13h 42m

Zurich

Wed 1/22

9:00 am-6:14 pm

2 stops16h 14m

$1,091

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

7:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$261

ChicagoZurich

ORD - ZRH

ORDZRH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

6:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$341

ChicagoZurich

MDW - ZRH

MDWZRH

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/20

7:45 am-8:50 am

3 stops42h 05m

$344

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Lucerne

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Lucerne

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Lucerne, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Chicago to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 CHI to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Lucerne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to Lucerne as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Lucerne

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Lucerne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to LU9 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Lucerne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lucerne ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lucerne when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Lucerne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lucerne, 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 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Scandinavian Airlines, Delta and Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Lucerne. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

LOT
7.6
Good
1,129 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Lucerne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Icelandair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $341. Users have also found prices from $367 and $445 on Scandinavian Airlines and LOT, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Lucerne?

    Before booking your flight to Lucerne from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (85%), Austrian Airlines (85%), Brussels Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lucerne?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $319. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Zurich) can be booked for $418 on average our data indicates $2,806 when flying from Chicago to Lucerne.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Lucerne 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 Lucerne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Chicago to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Lucerne. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$383Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$452Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$508Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$541Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$545Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$564Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$568Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$574Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$696Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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