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Cheap flights from New York to Zurich from £248

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ZRH
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Zurich are usually found in January or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 April 2026.

Sun 15/1118:30
EWR
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ZRH
1 stop11h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 19/1112:15
ZRH
-
EWR
1 stop31h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/4£432
Thu 16/417:20
EWR
-
ZRH
2 stops14h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 21/420:25
ZRH
-
EWR
2 stops22h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/4£432
Sun 3/517:45
EWR
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 7/520:25
ZRH
-
EWR
2 stops22h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/4£435
Sat 28/1118:30
EWR
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 5/1220:25
ZRH
-
EWR
2 stops23h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/4£438
Fri 24/417:45
EWR
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 2/520:25
ZRH
-
EWR
2 stops22h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/4£441
Thu 30/417:20
EWR
-
ZRH
2 stops14h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 6/520:25
ZRH
-
EWR
2 stops22h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/4£444
Sun 3/517:45
EWR
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 18/520:25
ZRH
-
EWR
1 stop24h 34m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/4£444
Wed 23/917:15
EWR
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 29/920:25
ZRH
-
EWR
1 stop24h 34m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/4£448
Fri 18/917:15
EWR
-
ZRH
1 stop10h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 27/920:25
ZRH
-
EWR
2 stops22h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/4£453
Tue 5/514:50
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop11h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 12/513:25
ZRH
-
LGA
2 stops28h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4£597
Wed 29/414:49
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop11h 16m
United Airlines
Tue 12/513:25
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop13h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/4£607
Wed 6/511:20
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 12/511:55
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop12h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/4£609

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Zurich (ZRH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£432

One-way from

£248

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December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£575

Good round-trip deal

£481 or less

Good one-way deal

£246 or less
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  • 3/5-7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 40m total
  • New York to Zurich
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NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Fri 8/5

07:00-07:45

1 stop18h 45m

Zurich

Sun 10/5

17:25-20:15

Nonstop8h 50m

£677

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Mon 4/5

18:05-08:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Zurich

Fri 22/5

10:10-13:30

Nonstop9h 20m

£680

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Tue 12/5

18:30-10:55

1 stop10h 25m

Zurich

Thu 21/5

10:10-13:30

Nonstop9h 20m

£684

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Sat 2/5

19:55-10:05

1 stop32h 10m

Zurich

Thu 21/5

10:10-13:30

Nonstop9h 20m

£687

New YorkZurich

LGA - ZRH

LGAZRH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/9

06:05-10:25

1 stop22h 20m

Zurich

Sun 20/9

13:25-07:50

1 stop24h 25m

£712

New YorkZurich

LGA - ZRH

LGAZRH

New York LaGuardia

Sun 27/9

19:48-08:05

1 stop30h 17m

Zurich

Sun 4/10

13:25-15:46

1 stop32h 21m

£712
Fastest return journey

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Sun 2/8

18:05-08:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Zurich

Thu 13/8

17:25-20:15

Nonstop8h 50m

£726

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Tue 18/8

07:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

Zurich

Thu 27/8

17:25-20:15

Nonstop8h 50m

£730

New YorkZurich

LGA - ZRH

LGAZRH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19/8

14:32-08:05

1 stop11h 33m

Zurich

Fri 28/8

09:55-18:10

1 stop14h 15m

£736

New YorkZurich

LGA - ZRH

LGAZRH

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/8

13:59-08:05

1 stop12h 06m

Zurich

Wed 19/8

10:10-19:23

1 stop15h 13m

£738

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Zurich

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Zurich

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Zurich. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Zurich may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Zurich?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Zurich (average of £274). Flying from New York to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of £433). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 April 2026.

When flying from New York to Zurich, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Zurich. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 6 April 2026.

The most flights from NYC to ZRH are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Zurich?

How often are flights from New York to Zurich delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between New York and Zurich have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Zurich flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Zurich flights?

Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zurich. Reviews last updated 6 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and SWISS from New York to Zurich. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,914 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zurich from New York?

    For a flight from New York to Zurich, you will be flying into Zurich. Zurich (ZRH) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city. Zurich is the only Zurich airport and it handles 11 inbound flights from New York per day. 0 airlines have flights to Zurich from New York on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Zurich?

    Departing from New York to Zurich will take you 8h 10m. The distance from New York to Zurich is about 3933 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Zurich?

    Consider United Airlines (91%), SWISS (91%) or Delta (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Zurich.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Zurich?

    While on average a flight from New York to Zurich is generally £453, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £140. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Zurich), you can expect to pay £614 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Zurich?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Zurich by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Zurich?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Zurich (average of £274). Flying from New York to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of £433). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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