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July 23 - August 20

Cheapest

CHQ - Zürich

$235

$240

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July 13 - August 9

CHQ - Zürich

$234

$241

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July 16 - August 9

CHQ - Zürich

$234

$241

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July 23 - August 19

CHQ - Zürich

$235

$241

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July 23 - August 9

CHQ - Zürich

$236

$241

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November 7 - November 12

Best

CHQ - Zürich

$258

$246

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November 8 - November 11

Best

CHQ - Zürich

$259

$246

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July 6 - July 8

Best

Earliest

CHQ - Zürich

$275

$253

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November 5 - November 11

CHQ - Zürich

$254

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November 5 - November 12

CHQ - Zürich

$254

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Insights for flights from Chania to Zürich

Flights from Chania to Zürich typically span a distance of 1850 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chania to Zürich, fares are typically $189–$296, with a median of $265. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, with 17% of recent fares classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chania to Zürich? The data indicates that October is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $132. Following closely are January, with a median fare of $144, and December, where the median fare is $179.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 30% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that do not offer direct flights from Chania to Zürich, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Chania to Zürich, including connections, takes approximately 12h 55m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Chania to Zürich

Regular price: $199 - $494

Prices for flights from Chania to Zürich are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 199 USD and 494 USD. The current lowest deal is 240 USD with Air Serbia, for travel from Jul 23 to Aug 20.

now $240

Low $199

High $494

The cheapest time to fly from Chania to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Chania to Zurich is October, with a median price of $132. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $280. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $132

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $280

Jan

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Direct flights from Chania to Zürich

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Last-minute flights going from Chania to Zürich

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CHQ - Zürich

Chania (CHQ) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$353

$360

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CHQ - Zürich

Chania (CHQ) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$355

$364

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CHQ - Zürich

Chania (CHQ) - Zürich (ZRH)

Big Sky Airlines

$317

$451

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHQ - Zürich

Chania (CHQ) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$355

$329

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHQ - Zürich

Chania (CHQ) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$358

$357

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CHQ - Zürich

Chania (CHQ) - Zürich (ZRH)

Air Serbia

$316

$283

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chania to Zürich

4 nights

Jun 25 - Jun 29

$320 → $264

18%

7 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 29

$316 → $283

11%

2 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 30

$299 → $269

10%

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

$303 → $274

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Chania to Zürich

Chania - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Chania to Zürich are below the typical level, with 17% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Chania to Zürich, with a median price of $132.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 12h 55m

The median flight duration from Chania to Zürich is 12 hours and 55 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant for Chania to Zürich, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Serbia offers a recent deal for $240

A recent deal from Chania to Zürich was offered by Air Serbia for $240 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Chania to Zürich appear regularly, with 0.3 deals per day.

Chania main airports to depart from

Chania International (CHQ)

Cheapest

Chania International Airport is a good choice for flights from Chania to Zurich.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for direct access to Zürich, offering a convenient arrival for your trip.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by public transport, car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a major international alternative to Zurich with excellent rail connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from destination city (reachable by train and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$154

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart Airport offers a broad network and reliable rail connections, good for long-haul or European flights.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$150

Memmingen (FMM)

Cheapest

Memmingen Airport is a primary low-cost alternative, often significantly cheaper for Eastern European destinations.

📍 ~145 km from destination city (reachable by public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$105

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Milan–Malpensa Airport is a major intercontinental hub with extensive long-haul options and direct train connections.

📍 ~190 km from destination city (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$107

Geneva (GVA)

Geneva Airport is Switzerland's second largest, offering high flight frequency and direct rail links.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$126

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zürich

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$2,541

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Chania to Zürich is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been around $228. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with tickets purchased 0-6 days out averaging $283. Similarly, booking too far in advance, such as 28-59 days prior, has shown an average price of $286.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chania to Zürich is considered to be $189 or less. The median price for this route has been $265. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares historically being $296 or more. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $189 threshold.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Chania to Zürich, with a median price of $132. January also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $144. While December has a median price of $179, it is also the most expensive month for this route. The annual median price for flights on this route is $265.

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