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Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to New York

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Zürich to New York

November 11 - November 17

Cheapest

ZRH - New York

$568

$426

Round trip

October 20 - October 28

Best

ZRH - New York

$776

$427

Round trip

October 17 - October 30

Best
Earliest

ZRH - New York

$773

$439

Round trip

November 12 - November 17

ZRH - New York

$574

$439

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November 13 - November 17

ZRH - New York

$579

$439

Round trip

November 10 - November 14

ZRH - New York

$581

$440

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October 19 - October 28

Best

ZRH - New York

$776

$442

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October 17 - October 28

Best
Earliest

ZRH - New York

$770

$442

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October 21 - October 28

Best

ZRH - New York

$781

$444

Round trip

October 20 - October 24

Best

ZRH - New York

$797

$459

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Zürich to New York

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Zürich to New York, fares typically range from $615–$992, with a median of $795. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Only 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to New York? The data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $500. Following closely are February, with a median fare of $575, and January, with a median fare of $579. These months offer the best opportunities for lower prices on this route.
Most itineraries for flights from Zürich to New York connect at least once, with only 11.8% of recent fares being direct flights. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your trip.
How long is the flight from Zürich to New York? A typical journey from Zürich to New York takes approximately 19h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time for this long-haul route.
The route from Zürich to New York covers a significant distance of 6274 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance means that travel times are extended, and most flights will involve connections rather than being direct.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to New York

Regular price: $510 - $637

Prices for flights from Zürich to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from ZRH to JFK is typically between $510 and $637. The current lowest deal is $426 with Allegro, for travel from Nov 11 to Nov 17.

now $426

Low $510

High $637

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to New York is November, with a median price of $500. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1090. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $500

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,090

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Direct flights from Zürich to New York

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Last-minute flights going from Zürich to New York

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - New York

United Airlines

Zürich (ZRH) - New York (JFK)

United Airlines

$785

$564

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - New York

Icelandair

Zürich (ZRH) - New York (JFK)

Icelandair

$785

$529

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - New York

Icelandair

Zürich (ZRH) - New York (JFK)

Icelandair

$731

$530

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - New York

Icelandair

Zürich (ZRH) - New York (JFK)

Icelandair

$755

$532

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - New York

Swiss International Air Lines

Zürich (ZRH) - New York (JFK)

Swiss International Air Lines

$857

$604

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - New York

Icelandair

Zürich (ZRH) - New York (EWR)

Icelandair

$568

$502

One-way

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

8 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 28

$776  →  $427

45%

4 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 24

$797  →  $459

42%

7 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 28

$781  →  $444

43%

13 nights

Oct 17 - Oct 30

$773  →  $439

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to New York

Zürich - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares average $426, which is below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices.

Historically, November offers the lowest median price at $500 for ZRH to NYC.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 19h 10m.

Flights from ZRH to NYC typically take 19h 10m with one or more stops.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 11.8% of recent deals are direct, making connecting flights more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights.

Swiss International Air Lines and United Airlines have offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

This route sees frequent deals, with over one deal per day historically.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient option for flights from Zürich to New York.

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

💸 Flights from ~$426

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a good option for flights from Zürich to New York.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$426

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia Airport is a convenient choice for travelers flying from Zürich to New York.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$568

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport serves the New York area for flights from Zürich.

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

💸 Flights from ~$823

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport offers another arrival option for your trip to New York.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$466

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is useful for travelers located in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Westchester.

📍 ~40 km from destination city (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$808

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a major international hub, often providing competitive pricing to New York.

📍 ~130 km from destination city (reachable by Amtrak or NJ Transit rail)

💸 Flights from ~$636

Long Island MacArthur (ISP)

Long Island MacArthur Airport is an excellent alternative for residents of Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

📍 ~80 km from destination city (reachable by Long Island Rail Road)

💸 Flights from ~$798

Bradley International (BDL)

Bradley International Airport is a reliable regional airport, useful if NYC airports have severe delays.

📍 ~160 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$750

Trenton–Mercer (TTN)

Trenton–Mercer Airport is a viable ultra-low-cost option due to its proximity to the New Jersey/New York border.

📍 ~85 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$793

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to New York is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight was $785. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw a significantly higher average price of $971. Even booking 60+ days out resulted in a higher average price of $931, indicating that waiting until the last minute or booking too far in advance may not yield the best value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zürich to New York was considered to be $615 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $795. Prices typically ranged up to $992 for the higher end of the market. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices around or below the $615 threshold.

Historically, November has offered the cheapest flights from Zürich to New York, with a median price of $500. February and January also presented more economical options, with median prices of $575 and $579 respectively. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $795 for this route. Travelers looking for lower fares may find these months to be the most advantageous.