Statistics on Chicago-Zagreb flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Zagreb (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Zagreb from Chicago airport is $ 794 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 601 (in february) and $ 1179 (in july), which is a saving of $ 194 or a surplus of $ 385 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $550 to $605 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Zagreb before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Zagreb plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 45081 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Zagreb from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in february, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 601, saving $ 194 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 794). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1179).
Flight Chicago-Zagreb: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 559 | $ 655 | good price |
| February | $ 557 | $ 601 the cheapest | very good price |
| March | $ 565 | $ 684 | good price |
| April | $ 585 | $ 683 | good price |
| May | $ 658 | $ 816 | fair price |
| June | $ 1009 | $ 1166 | high price |
| July | $ 1018 | $ 1179 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 747 | $ 898 | fair price |
| September | $ 623 | $ 713 | good price |
| October | $ 568 | $ 641 | good price |
| November | $ 568 | $ 646 | good price |
| December | $ 625 | $ 845 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Zagreb
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Zagreb range from $440 to $1484. 3% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $440 to $495), 1% at the maximum price (from $1429 to $1484). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $550 to $605 (14% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Zagreb flight
There are 16 companies that serve Chicago from Zagreb airport: LOT, Turkish Airlines, United, Lufthansa, British Airways, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Spirit Airlines, KLM, Air Canada, Delta, TAP, Air Serbia, Frontier Airlines, SAS and Finnair.
Data analysis:
Of the 45081 flights analyzed in previous years, LOT was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (25% of the time) on the Chicago->Zagreb route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Zagreb flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $34. On the other hand, departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $28.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Zagreb to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $46. Conversely, departing from Zagreb on a friday may cost you an additional $39.
Top prices Chicago-Zagreb
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Zagreb | 01-09 to 15-09-2025 | $ 628 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 02-09 to 16-09-2025 | $ 628 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 03-09 to 17-09-2025 | $ 603 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 01-10 to 15-10-2025 | $ 628 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 02-10 to 16-10-2025 | $ 628 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 08-10 to 12-10-2025 | $ 651 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 10-11 to 17-11-2025 | $ 658 | layover flight with United |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 18-11 to 25-11-2025 | $ 626 | layover flight with United |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 19-11 to 26-11-2025 | $ 623 | layover flight with United |
| Chicago → Zagreb | 10-12 to 17-12-2025 | $ 634 | layover flight with United |
When to book your flight Chicago - Zagreb to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 1 to 2 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Zagreb flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a thursday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Zagreb, it is recommended to buy it 1 to 2 months before departure (it is then on average 777 $, which is a saving of 17 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (200 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Zagreb flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 571 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 642), 3 to 4 months ($ 616), 4 to 5 months ($ 595), 5 to 6 months ($ 614), 6 to 7 months ($ 574) |
| February | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 532 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 576), 2 to 3 months ($ 575), 5 to 6 months ($ 591), 6 to 7 months ($ 584) |
| March | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 597 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 649), 3 to 4 months ($ 614), 4 to 5 months ($ 598), 5 to 6 months ($ 643), 7 to 8 months ($ 666), 8 to 9 months ($ 648) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 609 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 638), 5 to 6 months ($ 615), 6 to 7 months ($ 641), 7 to 8 months ($ 657) |
| May | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 702 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 794), 4 to 5 months ($ 742), 5 to 6 months ($ 769), 6 to 7 months ($ 746), 7 to 8 months ($ 781), 8 to 9 months ($ 706), 10 to 11 months ($ 709) |
| June | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 999 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1145), 1 to 2 months ($ 1118), 2 to 3 months ($ 1112), 9 to 10 months ($ 1152) |
| July | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1097 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1097), 3 to 4 months ($ 1129), 9 to 10 months ($ 1135), 10 to 11 months ($ 1170) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 836 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 876), 3 to 4 months ($ 893), 4 to 5 months ($ 891) |
| September | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 624 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 673), 3 to 4 months ($ 708), 5 to 6 months ($ 680), 6 to 7 months ($ 684), 8 to 9 months ($ 654), 9 to 10 months ($ 649) |
| October | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 594 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 615), 3 to 4 months ($ 607), 4 to 5 months ($ 595), 5 to 6 months ($ 627), 6 to 7 months ($ 631), 9 to 10 months ($ 620) |
| November | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 586 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 596), 5 to 6 months ($ 597), 6 to 7 months ($ 602) |
| December | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 669 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 810), 3 to 4 months ($ 779), 4 to 5 months ($ 776), 5 to 6 months ($ 706) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, thursday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Zagreb are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a thursday, you will save $12. Conversely, by buying it on a sunday, you may end up paying $13 more.
Chicago to Zagreb: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | $ 819 $701 to $1232 | high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 886 $641 to $1419 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1119 $858 to $1548 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1037 $840 to $1246 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 946 $709 to $1260 | high price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 839 $603 to $1170 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 779 $628 to $909 | high price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 719 $623 to $863 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 720 $634 to $802 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, july and december are cheaper to travel to Zagreb. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!