What percentage of Dubai to Zürich flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 4.4% of flights from Dubai to Zürich were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey.

What's the flight time from Dubai to Zürich?

A direct flight from Dubai to Zürich typically takes about 7 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 12 hours and 10 minutes. The total air distance covered on this route is 4768 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Dubai to Zürich come up?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, cheap flights from Dubai to Zürich come up frequently. This route is classified as having a high occurrence of favorable prices. Travelers can often find good deals when planning their journey.

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Dubai to Zürich: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Zürich

Fares for flights from Dubai to Zürich typically range from $674–$1157, with a median of $931. Right now, fares are below the typical level, though the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dubai to Zürich, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Zürich? The data shows that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $383. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $411, and November also presents a good option with a median of $429. These months represent the best opportunities for lower prices.

A typical journey from Dubai to Zürich takes about 22h 30m, including connections. This longer duration is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, only 4.4% of recent fares are for direct flights from Dubai to Zürich, with the majority of connecting itineraries involving 2 stopovers.

The distance between Dubai and Zürich is 4768 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the typical journey time and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Zürich

Regular price: $423 - $542

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

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Zürich is typically between $423 and $542. The current lowest deal is $305 with Valuair for travel from Oct 23 to Oct 30.

now $305

Low $423

High $542

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Zurich is January, with a median price of 383 USD. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of 1129 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $383

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,129

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Direct flights from Dubai to Zürich

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Zürich

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zürich

Dubai (DXB) - Zürich (ZRH)

Royal Jordanian

$541

$383

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zürich

Dubai (DXB) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$534

$462

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zürich

Dubai (DXB) - Zürich (ZRH)

Royal Jordanian

$541

$383

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zürich

Dubai (DXB) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$536

$409

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zürich

Dubai (DXB) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$487

$421

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zürich

Dubai (DXB) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$504

$393

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 30

$504 → $305

39%

3 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 26

$511 → $339

34%

4 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 27

$510 → $343

33%

2 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 29

$541 → $383

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Zürich

Dubai - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dubai to Zürich are below the typical level at $305.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $383 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 22h 30m flight duration

The median flight duration from Dubai to Zürich is 22 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.4% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 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 appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Dubai to Zürich appear frequently, typically within 30 days.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is often the cheapest option for flights from Dubai to Zürich.

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

💸 Flights from ~$314

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International offers another departure choice for flights from Dubai to Zürich.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$518

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station provides an alternative departure point for travel from Dubai to Zürich.

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

💸 Flights from ~$314

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International is another option for flights from the broader Dubai area to Zürich.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for direct access to Zürich and surrounding Swiss destinations.

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

💸 Flights from ~$314

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a useful alternative, offering high flight volume and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from Zürich (reachable by rail and road).

💸 Flights from ~$309

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dubai to Zürich is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure, where the average price was $653. Booking within 7-13 days of travel saw average prices around $916, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure resulted in an average price of $974. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out generally led to higher prices, averaging $1106.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dubai to Zürich was considered to be $674 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $931. Prices historically ranged, with 75% of observed prices being $1157 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dubai to Zürich include January, with a median price of $383, and February, with a median price of $411. November also offered favorable prices, with a median of $429. These months are significantly lower than the annual median price of $931 for this route.

Dubai to Zürich: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Zürich

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Zürich

Regular price: $423 - $542

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

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Zürich is typically between $423 and $542. The current lowest deal is $305 with Valuair for travel from Oct 23 to Oct 30.

now $305

Low $423

High $542

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Zürich

January

Cheapest

Flights from $383

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,129

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