Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago is 8 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take your pick of 16 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to ORD is the 09:25 SWISS option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 13:10 with SWISS.
To avoid missing your ZRH to Chicago flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Zurich Airport to Chicago tickets are available for booking. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is where you'll disembark.
Keep an eye out for promotions from SWISS. This airline has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Chicago.
ZRH is about 10 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ZRH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago
P18,163 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Chicago flight. Return plane tickets start from P23,041. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ZRH to Chicago.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Go where the road takes you with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from ZRH to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is about 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your ZRH to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near RFD. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your ZRH to Chicago flight:
Whether you're after a zippy compact for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago is smart. Along with better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Chicago in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Zurich Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Chicago, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
