How many flights from Zürich to Tokyo are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo are relatively uncommon, representing only 1.1% of all available flights. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed is typically 2. This indicates that most routes between these two cities will involve at least one layover. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning this journey.

What's the flight time from Zürich to Tokyo?

The direct flight time from Zürich to Tokyo typically averages around 13 hours and 5 minutes. This covers a distance of approximately 9587 kilometers. For flights involving one stop, the median duration increases significantly to about 20 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should factor in this considerable difference when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How much more do direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo cost?

Historically, direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo typically cost about 33% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been observed at $2083, while connecting flights had a median price of $1570. Direct flights represent a small share of the available options, accounting for approximately 1% of all deals in the trailing 90 days. This premium reflects the convenience of a non-stop journey.

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Zürich to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Tokyo

The journey from Zürich to Tokyo covers a substantial distance of 9587 km, categorizing it as a long-haul route. This significant distance means travelers should anticipate longer flight durations and plan accordingly for their trip to Japan.

When searching for cheap flights from Zürich to Tokyo, you'll find fares typically range from $1352–$1888, with a median price of $1570. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals can be competitive.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, the data indicates that July is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1012. Other relatively inexpensive months include November, with a median fare of $1311, and January, where the median fare is $1400.

A typical journey from Zürich to Tokyo, including connections, takes approximately 13h 5m. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This means that while the direct flight time is 13h 5m, your overall travel time will likely be longer due to layovers.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

Regular price: CHF 827 - CHF 1,170

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

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Tokyo is typically between CHF 827 and CHF 1170. The current lowest deal is CHF 616 with Air India Limited, for travel from Mar 5-Mar 23.

now CHF 616

Low CHF 827

High CHF 1,170

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Tokyo is July, with a median price of $1146. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $2054. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 1,146

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 2,054

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Tokyo

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 886

CHF 738

One-way

Fri, Nov 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 845

CHF 702

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 877

CHF 711

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 820

CHF 746

One-way

Thu, Nov 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 830

CHF 720

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 867

CHF 690

One-way

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

16 nights

Apr 9 - Apr 25

CHF 1,001 → CHF 636

36%

11 nights

Apr 7 - Apr 18

CHF 1,002 → CHF 637

36%

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

CHF 1,006 → CHF 644

36%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

CHF 1,011 → CHF 663

34%

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Zürich - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent roundtrip fares are near the typical level.

Recent roundtrip fares from Zürich to Tokyo are near the typical level of $1570.

📅 Best time to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, with a median price of $1012.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 13h 5m.

Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo average 13h 5m, while connecting flights average 28h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers a deal for $616.

Air India Limited offers a deal for $616 from March 5 to March 23, 2027, via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals are frequent on this route, with good prices available on 3% of recent fares.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Zürich to Tokyo, offering the cheapest fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 639

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Zürich to Tokyo.

📍 ~17 km from Tokyo city center (reachable by car, train, or bus).

💸 Flights from ~CHF 593

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki (IBR) is a useful alternative for budget travelers, offering a closer option to Tokyo.

📍 ~75 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 875

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Tokyo is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $1666. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw prices rise to approximately $1979. Even booking more than 60 days out, prices averaged about $1745, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is within that 28-59 day range across the trailing quarter.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Tokyo is typically around $1352 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $1570. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals falling below $1888. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $1352 threshold.

Historically, July has been the most economical month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, with a median price of $1012. November also presented favorable pricing, with a median of $1311. While January appeared as one of the cheapest months with a median of $1400, it also represented the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is $1570, suggesting that July offers significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Zürich to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

Regular price: CHF 827 - CHF 1,170

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

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Tokyo is typically between CHF 827 and CHF 1170. The current lowest deal is CHF 616 with Air India Limited, for travel from Mar 5-Mar 23.

now CHF 616

Low CHF 827

High CHF 1,170

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

July

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 1,146

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 2,054

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Tokyo

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 886

CHF 738

One-way

Fri, Nov 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 845

CHF 702

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 877

CHF 711

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 820

CHF 746

One-way

Thu, Nov 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 830

CHF 720

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 867

CHF 690

One-way

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

16 nights

Apr 9 - Apr 25

CHF 1,001 → CHF 636

36%

11 nights

Apr 7 - Apr 18

CHF 1,002 → CHF 637

36%

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

CHF 1,006 → CHF 644

36%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

CHF 1,011 → CHF 663

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Zürich - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent roundtrip fares are near the typical level.

Recent roundtrip fares from Zürich to Tokyo are near the typical level of $1570.

📅 Best time to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, with a median price of $1012.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 13h 5m.

Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo average 13h 5m, while connecting flights average 28h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers a deal for $616.

Air India Limited offers a deal for $616 from March 5 to March 23, 2027, via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals are frequent on this route, with good prices available on 3% of recent fares.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Zürich to Tokyo, offering the cheapest fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 639

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Zürich to Tokyo.

📍 ~17 km from Tokyo city center (reachable by car, train, or bus).

💸 Flights from ~CHF 593

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki (IBR) is a useful alternative for budget travelers, offering a closer option to Tokyo.

Tokyo, Japan

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$7,810

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Tokyo

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Tokyo

Zürich to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Tokyo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Zürich - Tokyo route insights

Recent roundtrip fares are near the typical level.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 13h 5m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Air India Limited offers a deal for $616.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

When should I buy Zürich to Tokyo tickets?

How much should a flight from Zürich to Tokyo cost?

What's the best month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo?

How many flights from Zürich to Tokyo are non-stop?

What's the flight time from Zürich to Tokyo?

How much more do direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo cost?

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Insights for flights from Zürich to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Tokyo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Zürich - Tokyo route insights

Recent roundtrip fares are near the typical level.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 13h 5m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Air India Limited offers a deal for $616.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

Nov 16

Nov 17

Nov 04

Nov 04

Nov 30

Nov 23

Nov 25

Dec 02

Oct 31

Nov 28

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

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How much should a flight from Zürich to Tokyo cost?

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