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November 5 - November 19

Cheapest

Best

JFK - Zürich

$689

$503

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November 5 - November 16

Best

JFK - Zürich

$689

$513

Round trip

October 3 - October 17

JFK - Zürich

$615

$519

Round trip

November 1 - November 20

JFK - Zürich

$684

$531

Round trip

October 4 - October 19

JFK - Zürich

$609

$540

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September 16 - September 28

Earliest

JFK - Zürich

$586

$549

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October 7 - October 27

JFK - Zürich

$621

$554

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November 14 - November 21

JFK - Zürich

$680

$560

Round trip

September 16 - September 29

Earliest

JFK - Zürich

$587

$566

Round trip

October 7 - October 30

JFK - Zürich

$621

$566

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Insights for flights from New York to Zürich

For travelers seeking cheap flights from New York to Zürich, fares typically range from $432–$753, with a median of $553. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 32% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Zürich? The most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of $404. Following closely are September, with a median of $421, and December, where the median fare is $448. These months present the best opportunities for lower prices on this route.

Most itineraries for flights from New York to Zürich connect at least once, with only 25% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This indicates that travelers should generally expect to include at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from New York to Zürich takes approximately 13h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time for this route. The distance between New York and Zürich is 6309 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from New York to Zürich

Regular price: $598 - $875

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New York to Zürich is between $598 and $875. The current lowest deal is $503 with Allegro, for travel from Nov 5-Nov 19.

now $503

Low $598

High $875

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Zürich

Flights from NYC to ZRH are cheapest in October, with a median price of $404. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $842. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $404

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $842

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Direct flights from New York to Zürich

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Last-minute flights going from New York to Zürich

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Zürich

New York (JFK) - Zürich (ZRH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$769

$677

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Zürich

New York (JFK) - Zürich (ZRH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$698

$617

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Zürich

New York (JFK) - Zürich (ZRH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$700

$620

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Zürich

New York (JFK) - Zürich (ZRH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$695

$620

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Zürich

New York (JFK) - Zürich (ZRH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$692

$620

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Zürich

New York (JFK) - Zürich (ZRH)

Condor Flugdienst

$684

$588

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Zürich

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

$857 → $591

31%

14 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 24

$859 → $596

31%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

$832 → $588

29%

10 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 15

$827 → $586

29%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Zürich

New York - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from NYC to ZRH are below the typical level, with 32% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $404

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from NYC to ZRH, with a median price of $404.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 13h 10m to Zürich

The typical flight duration from New York to Zürich is 13 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 25% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from New York to Zürich are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International offers a convenient departure point for flights from New York to Zürich.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$503

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia provides another option for travelers flying from New York to Zürich.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$688

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport is an alternative for your journey from New York to Zürich.

📍 ~90 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$867

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International is a viable choice for flights departing from the New York area to Zürich.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$578

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for reaching Zürich, offering a convenient arrival point for your trip.

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

💸 Flights from ~$503

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$587

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart Airport offers a broad network and reliable rail connections as a German alternative.

📍 ~135 km from Zürich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$559

Memmingen (FMM)

Memmingen Airport is a primary low-cost alternative, often offering cheaper flights to Eastern European destinations.

📍 ~160 km from Zürich (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$811

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~190 km from Zürich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$482

Geneva (GVA)

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

📍 ~225 km from Zürich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$522

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$2,201

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$2,201

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$3,500

$2,201

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$2,202

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$2,204

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$2,251

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$2,251

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$2,253

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$2,316

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$2,316

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$2,317

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Zürich, Switzerland

92% AI deal score

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$2,366

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Zürich, Switzerland

92% AI deal score

$2,191

$1,421

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Zürich, Switzerland

92% AI deal score

$2,188

$1,421

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Zürich, Switzerland

92% AI deal score

$2,060

$1,426

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$1,487

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91% AI deal score

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$2,132

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$2,303

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$3,332

$2,316

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$3,500

$2,366

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Zürich, Switzerland

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$2,406

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$2,408

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$2,418

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$2,486

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Zürich, Switzerland

91% AI deal score

$1,979

$1,426

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Zürich, Switzerland

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$2,191

$1,527

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$3,011

$2,210

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$3,018

$2,226

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$2,260

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$2,991

$2,335

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$3,447

$2,485

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$2,485

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$2,493

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$2,493

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Zürich, Switzerland

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$2,493

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Zürich, Switzerland

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Zürich, Switzerland

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$2,494

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Zürich, Switzerland

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$2,023

$1,460

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$2,025

$1,504

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$2,965

$2,335

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$2,145

$1,854

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$1,932

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$1,946

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from New York to Zürich are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $560. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $630. Prices tend to increase for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging $817. For the trailing 90 days, the data indicates that planning further ahead generally yields better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New York to Zürich is considered to be $432 or less. The median price for this route was $553. For travelers seeking deals, prices above $753 are typically in the higher range. These figures are based on an analysis of flights over a 90-day period.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from New York to Zürich, with a median price of $404. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $421. The annual median price for this route is $553. While December shows a median of $448, it was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating price variability.

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