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

British Airways and WestJet 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 low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $666 to $689. The lowest price recently found on this route was $416.

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8:00 pm - 1:55 pmBSL-ORD

24h 55m1 stop

5:00 pm - 3:00 pmORD-BSL

15h 00m1 stop

$416British Airways

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Mon, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 25

6:40 am - 5:00 pmBSL-ORD

17h 20m1 stop

6:35 pm - 6:10 pmORD-BSL

16h 35m2 stops

$419British Airways

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Fri, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 17

12:10 pm - 6:15 pmBSL-ORD

13h 05m1 stop

9:15 pm - 6:20 pmORD-BSL

14h 05m1 stop

$420American Airlines

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Mon, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 13

6:40 am - 8:08 pmBSL-ORD

20h 28m2 stops

5:18 pm - 6:10 pmORD-BSL

17h 52m2 stops

$425

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Fri, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 17

6:35 am - 8:04 pmBSL-ORD

20h 29m2 stops

4:16 pm - 3:00 pmORD-BSL

15h 44m2 stops

$427

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Mon, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 18

6:50 am - 5:38 pmBSL-ORD

17h 48m2 stops

4:14 pm - 3:00 pmORD-BSL

15h 46m2 stops

$435American Airlines

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Sat, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 16

1:50 pm - 12:06 amBSL-ORD

17h 16m2 stops

4:20 pm - 1:50 pmORD-BSL

14h 30m1 stop

$489Delta

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Thu, Apr 24 - Fri, May 2

1:50 pm - 12:06 amBSL-ORD

17h 16m2 stops

5:15 pm - 1:50 pmORD-BSL

13h 35m2 stops

$507Delta

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Thu, Apr 24 - Fri, May 2

6:50 am - 2:45 pmBSL-ORD

14h 55m2 stops

7:00 pm - 12:25 pmORD-BSL

11h 25m1 stop

$518United Airlines

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Sun, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 9

7:10 am - 7:57 amBSL-ORD

30h 47m2 stops

7:35 pm - 1:10 pmORD-BSL

11h 35m1 stop

$524United Airlines

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Fri, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 23

6:35 am - 11:50 amBSL-ORD

12h 15m1 stop

$529British Airways

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Sat, May 31

6:00 am - 11:50 amBSL-ORD

12h 50m1 stop

$627

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Fri, May 30

6:35 am - 5:50 pmBSL-ORD

18h 15m2 stops

$628British Airways

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Sat, May 31

11:05 am - 5:00 pmBSL-ORD

12h 55m1 stop

$639British Airways

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Sun, Jun 1

6:00 am - 5:43 pmBSL-ORD

18h 43m2 stops

$645British Airways

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Fri, May 30

11:45 am - 5:00 pmBSL-ORD

12h 15m1 stop

$942

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Fri, Jul 11

10:10 am - 4:44 pmBSL-ORD

37h 34m2 stops

$1,361WestJet

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Fri, Jul 11

6:05 am - 2:10 pmBSL-ORD

15h 05m2 stops

$2,435

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Sat, Jul 12

9:45 am - 5:20 pmBSL-ORD

14h 35m2 stops

$2,488

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Wed, Apr 23

6:20 am - 2:10 pmBSL-ORD

14h 50m2 stops

$2,491

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Sun, Jul 13

American Airlines flights from Basel to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Basel to Chicago flight tickets

American Airlines

Apr 7

BSL12:10 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

13h 05m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 13

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

BSL6:20 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$420

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American Airlines

Feb 1

BSL6:50 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 48m

2 stops

ORD5:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 16

ORD4:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 46m

2 stops

BSL3:00 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$435

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American Airlines

May 22

BSL6:10 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

12h 40m

1 stop

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 25

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 35m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$449

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Delta flights from Basel to Chicago

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Delta

Apr 24

BSL1:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 16m

2 stops

ORD12:06 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 2

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 30m

1 stop

BSL1:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$489

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Delta

Apr 24

BSL1:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 16m

2 stops

ORD12:06 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 2

ORD5:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 35m

2 stops

BSL1:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$507

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Delta

Apr 7

BSL10:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

15h 04m

2 stops

ORD6:19 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 13

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 35m

2 stops

BSL5:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$564

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Basel to Chicago

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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 $437. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in October, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Basel to Chicago during April average around $439.

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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Best Price Found	$529
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Basel in the past 72 hours is $529. The best round-trip flight deal from Basel to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $416.

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

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

There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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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.
What is the most popular airline from Basel to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Basel to Chicago is British Airways, representing 100% of all bookings.

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