Statistics on Chicago-Zurich 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 Zurich (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Zurich from Chicago airport is $ 1065 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 751 (in february) and $ 1549 (in june), which is a saving of $ 314 or a surplus of $ 485 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $685 to $738 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Zurich before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Zurich plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60000 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Zurich from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in february, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 751, saving $ 314 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1065). Conversely, june will be the most expensive ($ 1549).
Flight Chicago-Zurich: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 619 | $ 795 | good price |
| February | $ 600 | $ 751 the cheapest | very good price |
| March | $ 683 | $ 926 | good price |
| April | $ 718 | $ 895 | good price |
| May | $ 948 | $ 1260 | fair price |
| June | $ 1312 | $ 1549 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 1253 | $ 1496 | high price |
| August | $ 966 | $ 1236 | fair price |
| September | $ 817 | $ 1082 | fair price |
| October | $ 787 | $ 959 | good price |
| November | $ 642 | $ 821 | good price |
| December | $ 743 | $ 998 | good 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 Zurich
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Zurich range from $369 to $1844. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $369 to $422), 1% at the maximum price (from $1792 to $1844). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $685 to $738 (7% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Zurich flight
There are 9 companies that serve Chicago from Zurich airport: Swiss, United, SAS, Turkish Airlines, TAP, Aer Lingus, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa.
Data analysis:
Of the 60000 flights analyzed in previous years, Swiss was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (53% of the time) on the Chicago->Zurich route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Chicago-Zurich flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 506 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Zurich 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 $90. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $105.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Zurich 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 $86. Conversely, departing from Zurich on a saturday may cost you an additional $108.
Top prices Chicago-Zurich
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Zurich | 20-01 to 27-01-2025 | $ 463 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 23-01 to 30-01-2025 | $ 514 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 10-02 to 17-02-2025 | $ 463 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 15-02 to 22-02-2025 | $ 562 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 03-03 to 10-03-2025 | $ 446 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 18-04 to 25-04-2025 | $ 572 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 08-09 to 15-09-2025 | $ 574 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 11-09 to 18-09-2025 | $ 623 | layover flight with SAS |
| Chicago → Zurich | 09-10 to 23-10-2025 | $ 616 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Zurich | 12-10 to 26-10-2025 | $ 636 | layover flight with TAP |
When to book your flight Chicago - Zurich 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-Zurich flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a saturday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Zurich, it is recommended to buy it 1 to 2 months before departure (it is then on average 965 $, which is a saving of 100 $ 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 (249 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Zurich 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: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 692 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 722), 3 to 4 months ($ 760), 4 to 5 months ($ 718), 5 to 6 months ($ 741), 6 to 7 months ($ 745) |
| February | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 630 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 644), 4 to 5 months ($ 703), 5 to 6 months ($ 676), 6 to 7 months ($ 720) |
| March | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 739 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 869), 4 to 5 months ($ 830), 5 to 6 months ($ 839), 7 to 8 months ($ 913) |
| April | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 766 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 863), 3 to 4 months ($ 871), 5 to 6 months ($ 825), 6 to 7 months ($ 875) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 999 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1229), 4 to 5 months ($ 1158), 6 to 7 months ($ 1116), 7 to 8 months ($ 1245) |
| June | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1361 $) Other interesting period(s): 5 to 6 months ($ 1484), 6 to 7 months ($ 1369), 8 to 9 months ($ 1448), 9 to 10 months ($ 1492) |
| July | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1357 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1481), 2 to 3 months ($ 1480), 4 to 5 months ($ 1459), 6 to 7 months ($ 1457), 7 to 8 months ($ 1387), 9 to 10 months ($ 1412) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1093 $) Other interesting period(s): 7 to 8 months ($ 1207), 8 to 9 months ($ 1185), 9 to 10 months ($ 1137), 10 to 11 months ($ 1167) |
| September | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 849 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 955), 2 to 3 months ($ 976), 8 to 9 months ($ 1007), 9 to 10 months ($ 854), 11 to 12 months ($ 969) |
| October | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 861 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 886), 3 to 4 months ($ 896), 4 to 5 months ($ 869), 5 to 6 months ($ 907), 7 to 8 months ($ 913), 8 to 9 months ($ 909), 9 to 10 months ($ 892), 10 to 11 months ($ 868) |
| November | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 763 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 782), 3 to 4 months ($ 780), 4 to 5 months ($ 781), 5 to 6 months ($ 779), 8 to 9 months ($ 772) |
| December | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 860 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 949), 3 to 4 months ($ 941), 4 to 5 months ($ 965), 5 to 6 months ($ 993), 9 to 10 months ($ 898) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, saturday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Zurich are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a saturday, you will save $15. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $22 more.
Chicago to Zurich: 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 2231 $1305 to $2813 | very high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1346 $682 to $2222 | very high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 902 $461 to $1569 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 863 $463 to $1645 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 890 $446 to $1713 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 888 $572 to $1261 | fair price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1229 $663 to $2048 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1660 $880 to $1881 | high price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1504 $1275 to $1802 | fair price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1103 $715 to $1672 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 977 $574 to $1182 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 823 $616 to $1169 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, march, may, august, september and october are cheaper to travel to Zurich. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!