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

Historically, non-stop flights from Zürich to Tokyo have been infrequent, accounting for approximately 2% of all flights on this route. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Zürich to Tokyo?

The typical direct flight time from Zürich to Tokyo is approximately 13 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 9587 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally take longer, with a median duration of 19 hours and 5 minutes. This represents a significant increase compared to non-stop options.

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

Historically, direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo have been significantly more expensive than connecting flights, with a premium of approximately 51%. The median price for a direct flight was $2185, while connecting flights had a median price of $1451. Direct flights also represented a small portion of the available options, making up about 2.5% of all observed flights over the trailing 90 days.

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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 9587 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance means that journeys often involve extended travel times and typically include connections. Understanding the typical price range and travel duration can help you plan your trip more effectively.

For those seeking cheap flights from Zürich to Tokyo, fares typically range from $1097–$2009, with a median of $1620. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 6% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

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. Following closely are June, with a median fare of $928, and May, where the median fare is $1009. Focusing your travel plans on these months could lead to more economical options.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting, as only 2% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, and when connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This is an important factor to consider when evaluating overall travel time and convenience.

How long is the flight from Zürich to Tokyo? A typical journey from Zürich to Tokyo, including connections, takes approximately 38h 35m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the combined flight segments and layover times. Travelers should account for this extended travel period when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Tokyo

Regular price: CHF 911 - CHF 1,168

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

Regular prices for flights from Zurich to Tokyo typically range from 911 CHF to 1168 CHF. The current lowest deal is 661 CHF with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Aug 27-Aug 31.

now CHF 661

Low CHF 911

High CHF 1,168

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, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 1,026

CHF 819

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 969

CHF 774

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 955

CHF 781

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 953

CHF 778

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 1,002

CHF 793

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Tokyo

Zürich (ZRH) - Tokyo (NRT)

Etihad Airways

CHF 954

CHF 778

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

CHF 1,073 → CHF 661

38%

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

CHF 1,030 → CHF 670

35%

11 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 22

CHF 1,052 → CHF 703

33%

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

CHF 1,062 → CHF 724

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Tokyo

Zürich - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for ZRH to TYO are near the typical level of $1620.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to TYO, with a median price of $854.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 38h 35m

Flights from ZRH to TYO typically involve connecting, with a median total travel time of 38h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 98% of recent ZRH to TYO routes, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways is one airline that has offered direct flights on the ZRH to TYO route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from ZRH to TYO appear frequently, with many deals found in the last 30 days.

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 (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$828

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~60 km from Tokyo (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$828

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki Airport is a useful low-cost alternative for the Kanto region, with easy bus access to Tokyo.

📍 ~75 km from Tokyo (reachable by bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1193

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Tokyo has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for tickets was around $1023. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made further in advance, with tickets purchased 60+ days out averaging $1944. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, were typically more expensive at an average of $1133 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Tokyo was considered to be $1097 or less. The median price for this route was $1620. Travelers typically found that 75% of prices were below $2009, indicating that prices above this amount were less common. These figures are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo, with a median price of $854. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median price of $928, and May, where the median price was $1009. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $1620, suggesting significant savings during 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 911 - CHF 1,168

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

Regular prices for flights from Zurich to Tokyo typically range from 911 CHF to 1168 CHF. The current lowest deal is 661 CHF with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Aug 27-Aug 31.

now CHF 661

Low CHF 911

High CHF 1,168

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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