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

British Airways, American Airlines, and Lufthansa 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.

$261 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 $423 to $516. The lowest price recently found on this route was $439.

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6:10 am - 1:55 pmBSL-ORD

14h 45m1 stop

8:30 pm - 7:00 pmORD-BSL

15h 30m1 stop

$439

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Thu, Apr 24 - Wed, May 7

6:35 am - 3:55 pmBSL-ORD

16h 20m1 stop

10:20 pm - 7:00 pmORD-BSL

13h 40m1 stop

$442British Airways

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Mon, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 13

6:10 am - 5:36 pmBSL-ORD

18h 26m2 stops

8:30 pm - 7:00 pmORD-BSL

15h 30m1 stop

$445

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Thu, Apr 24 - Wed, May 7

11:35 am - 9:24 pmBSL-ORD

16h 49m2 stops

8:46 am - 11:20 amORD-BSL

19h 34m2 stops

$446American Airlines

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Sun, Jun 15 - Sun, Jun 29

6:00 am - 2:45 pmBSL-ORD

15h 45m1 stop

9:44 am - 11:20 amORD-BSL

18h 36m2 stops

$467American Airlines

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Fri, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 29

10:15 am - 10:22 pmBSL-MDW

19h 07m2 stops

6:25 pm - 5:55 pmMDW-BSL

16h 30m2 stops

$488Air France

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Thu, Apr 24 - Wed, May 7

6:15 am - 2:10 pmBSL-ORD

14h 55m1 stop

5:10 pm - 1:10 pmORD-BSL

13h 00m1 stop

$514Delta

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Sat, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 29

6:15 am - 2:10 pmBSL-ORD

14h 55m1 stop

11:15 am - 9:35 amORD-BSL

15h 20m2 stops

$519Delta

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Fri, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 28

10:15 am - 2:10 pmBSL-ORD

10h 55m1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:35 amORD-BSL

10h 15m1 stop

$526KLM

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Sat, Jun 14 - Sat, Jun 28

10:15 am - 6:20 pmBSL-MDW

15h 05m2 stops

1:16 pm - 9:35 amMDW-BSL

13h 19m2 stops

$635KLM

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Sat, Apr 26 - Tue, Apr 29

British Airways flights from Basel to Chicago

Our best British Airways deals on Basel to Chicago flight tickets

British Airways

Apr 7

BSL6:35 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

16h 20m

1 stop

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 13

ORD10:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 40m

1 stop

BSL7:00 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$442

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British Airways

Jun 13

BSL11:25 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

12h 35m

1 stop

ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 29

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

BSL7:00 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$550

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British Airways

Jul 12

BSL6:35 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 15m

1 stop

ORD1:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 2

ORD7:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 40m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$590

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Austrian Airlines flights from Basel to Chicago

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Austrian Airlines

May 11

BSL8:25 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

23h 55m

1 stop

ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 18

ORD5:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 55m

2 stops

BSL7:45 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$637

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Austrian Airlines

May 11

BSL8:25 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

22h 35m

2 stops

ORD12:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 18

ORD5:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 55m

2 stops

BSL7:45 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$669

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Austrian Airlines

May 28

BSL10:20 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 50m

2 stops

ORD6:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 1

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 50m

2 stops

BSL7:45 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$1,866

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Basel, with most prices found around $424. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in March, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Basel to Chicago during October average around $434.

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	$261
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 $261. The best round-trip flight deal from Basel to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $439.

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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