Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 47 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 6 hours behind Zurich.
The most popular route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take your pick of 25 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to ORD is the 09:25 SWISS option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 13:10 with SWISS.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from ZRH to Chicago. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a nonstop flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago that touches down at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from SWISS. This carrier has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Chicago.
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you hold a passport from Switzerland. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Zurich Airport to Chicago.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Chicago is ج.م. 14,098. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 14,092. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 4 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZRH to Chicago.
The cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Chicago is December. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 54 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 46 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ZRH to Chicago at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Chicago, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Chicago in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from ZRH to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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