What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Zurich is to fly which costs SFr 250 - SFr 440 and takes 12h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Zurich is to fly which takes 12h 4m and costs SFr 250 - SFr 440.

How far is it from Chicago to Zurich?

The distance between Chicago and Zurich is 7174 km.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Zurich?

It takes approximately 12h 4m to get from Chicago to Zurich, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Zurich?

Zurich is 7h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:57 AM in Chicago and 11:57 AM in Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1246+ hotels available in Zurich.

Chicago to Zurich - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Zurich by plane or train

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane ORD - ZRH
12h 4m
CHF 256–440
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ORD - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
3. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain
16h 10m
CHF 237–846
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Basel (BSL)plane ORD - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
14h 58m
CHF 263–900
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MDW - ZRH
13h 22m
CHF 316–1,210

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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10h 46mAverage Duration

CHF 223Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7,173.6 km
Duration: 12h 4m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss, United Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours.

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