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

Historically, non-stop flights from Zürich to Tokyo are not common. Across the trailing quarter, only 2% of available flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

What's the flight time from Zürich to Tokyo?

The typical direct flight from Zürich to Tokyo covers a distance of 9587 kilometers and has a median duration of 13 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time is considerably longer, averaging 19 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights add significant travel time.

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

Historically, direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo are significantly more expensive than connecting options. Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights had a median price of $2185, representing a 51% premium over connecting flights. The median price for connecting flights was $1451. Despite this price difference, direct flights constitute a small portion of the available options, typically making up about 2.5% of the total.

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Zürich to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Tokyo

Flights from Zürich to Tokyo cover a substantial distance of 9,587 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This means you should expect a comprehensive travel experience, often involving multiple connections to reach your destination.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Zürich to Tokyo, fares typically range from $1097–$2009, with a median price of $1620. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to monitor prices.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $854. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median fare of $928, and May, where the median fare is $1009. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 2% of recent fares being non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, and when they do, the typical number of connections is 2. This is an important factor to consider when planning your travel time and layovers.

A typical journey from Zürich to Tokyo takes approximately 38h 35m, including connections. Given that most flights on this route involve at least one stopover, this median duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. Travelers should account for this extended travel time when making their plans.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

Regular price: CHF 789 - CHF 1,200

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

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Tokyo is CHF 789-1200. The current lowest deal is CHF 662 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 29-Nov 4.

now CHF 662

Low CHF 789

High CHF 1,200

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Tokyo is January, with a median price of $854. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2189. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 854

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 2,189

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Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Tokyo

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 1,025

CHF 797

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

Air India Limited

CHF 1,081

CHF 800

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (HND)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 887

CHF 722

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 915

CHF 736

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 797

CHF 732

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 844

CHF 732

One-way

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

13 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 11

CHF 876 → CHF 670

23%

27 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 25

CHF 851 → CHF 669

21%

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

CHF 957 → CHF 779

19%

20 nights

Nov 12 - Dec 2

CHF 816 → CHF 669

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Zürich - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Zürich to Tokyo are near the typical level, with a median of $1620.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, June, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 38h 35m

The median flight duration from Zürich to Tokyo is 38 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Zürich to Tokyo are considered frequent, appearing often.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Tokyo, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 627

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from Zurich to Tokyo.

📍 ~63 km from Tokyo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 627

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki (IBR) is a practical low-cost alternative due to its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area.

📍 ~75 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 926

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Tokyo is typically 7-13 days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for tickets purchased within this window was $1023. In contrast, tickets bought 0-6 days out averaged $1133, while those purchased 60+ days in advance were significantly higher, averaging $1944. This suggests that last-minute bookings often offer better value than very early purchases on this route.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Tokyo is considered to be $1097 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1620. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets costing $2009 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $1097 threshold.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, with a median price of $854. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $928. May, while being the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, still presented a median price of $1009, which is considerably lower than the annual median of $1620 for this route. Travelers seeking lower fares should consider these months.

Zürich to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

Regular price: CHF 789 - CHF 1,200

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

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Tokyo is CHF 789-1200. The current lowest deal is CHF 662 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 29-Nov 4.

now CHF 662

Low CHF 789

High CHF 1,200

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 854

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 2,189

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