What is the cheapest airline that flies from Basel to Chicago?

British Airways, Delta, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Basel to Chicago

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Basel to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Basel to Chicago were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Basel to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Basel to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$388 Cheap Flights from Basel to Chicago in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Basel and Chicago?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $444 to $604. The lowest price recently found on this route was $451.

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6:45 am - 5:00 pmBSL-ORD

17h 15m1 stop

9:15 pm - 10:50 pmORD-BSL

18h 35m1 stop

$451American Airlines

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Tue, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 6

6:35 am - 4:40 pmBSL-ORD

17h 05m1 stop

9:15 pm - 6:10 pmORD-BSL

14h 55m1 stop

$452British Airways

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Sun, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 24

6:35 am - 8:06 pmBSL-ORD

19h 31m2 stops

5:11 pm - 3:00 pmORD-BSL

15h 49m2 stops

$458

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Mon, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 25

11:15 am - 5:40 pmBSL-ORD

12h 25m1 stop

6:00 pm - 2:50 pmORD-BSL

14h 50m1 stop

$465

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Thu, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 26

2:25 pm - 10:15 pmBSL-ORD

14h 50m2 stops

1:26 pm - 9:35 amORD-BSL

13h 09m2 stops

$521KLM

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Tue, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 8

9:35 am - 7:37 pmBSL-ORD

16h 02m2 stops

7:00 pm - 4:20 pmORD-BSL

15h 20m1 stop

$534United Airlines

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Thu, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 26

2:25 pm - 10:15 pmBSL-ORD

14h 50m2 stops

1:26 pm - 1:10 pmORD-BSL

16h 44m2 stops

$538Delta

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Tue, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 6

1:00 pm - 6:15 pmBSL-ORD

12h 15m1 stop

1:28 pm - 7:35 pmORD-BSL

23h 07m2 stops

$540United Airlines

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Mon, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 13

11:15 am - 8:44 pmBSL-ORD

15h 29m2 stops

2:40 pm - 10:40 amORD-BSL

14h 00m2 stops

$559Delta

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Thu, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 26

10:15 am - 2:10 pmBSL-ORD

10h 55m1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:35 amORD-BSL

10h 15m1 stop

$635KLM

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Sat, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 25

American Airlines flights from Basel to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Basel to Chicago flight tickets

American Airlines

Apr 1

BSL6:45 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 15m

1 stop

ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 6

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 35m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$451

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American Airlines

Apr 1

BSL6:45 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 48m

2 stops

ORD5:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 7

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$456

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American Airlines

Apr 11

BSL11:45 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

18h 12m

2 stops

ORD10:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 21

ORD4:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 05m

1 stop

BSL11:00 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$461

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British Airways flights from Basel to Chicago

Our best British Airways deals on Basel to Chicago flight tickets

British Airways

Mar 9

BSL6:35 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 05m

1 stop

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 24

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 55m

1 stop

BSL6:10 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$452

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British Airways

Jun 19

BSL6:10 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

15h 40m

1 stop

ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 31

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 35m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$485

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British Airways

Apr 5

BSL10:00 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

20h 45m

1 stop

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 12

ORD7:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 40m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$513

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Basel to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Basel and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Basel, with most prices found around $434. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in October, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Basel to Chicago during May average around $436.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $474. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Basel to Chicago for around $771.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Basel to Chicago during this time can be as low as $565. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $565.

When to book flights from Basel to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Basel to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Basel to Chicago (EAP to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$539
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Basel in the past 72 hours is $539. The best round-trip flight deal from Basel to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $451.

The fastest flight from Basel to Chicago takes 10h 55m

There are no direct flights from Basel to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Basel EuroAirport Swiss - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Basel EuroAirport Swiss - Chicago Midway Airport.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is Basel to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 4381.2 mi away from Basel. Flights usually cover this in 10h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Basel to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Basel to Chicago were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Basel to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Basel to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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