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Cheap flights from Zurich to New York from £245

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — NYC
26 Jul — 2 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to New York are usually found in February or November, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 June 2026.

Sat 18/710:10
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop17h 19m
Delta
Mon 20/719:10
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 35m
Delta
Deal found 25/6£456
Sun 19/710:10
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop17h 18m
Delta
Wed 29/712:59
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 06m
Delta
Deal found 25/6£457
Sun 8/1120:25
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop25h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/1117:35
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop10h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 25/6£458
Wed 22/707:15
ZRH
-
JFK
2 stops18h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 30/718:10
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop10h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6£460
Wed 28/1011:05
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop12h 45m
Air Europa
Wed 28/1023:05
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 24/6£460
Mon 27/713:35
ZRH
-
JFK
Nonstop9h 34m
Delta
Tue 18/816:30
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop11h 30m
Delta
Deal found 23/6£461
Thu 2/711:55
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop12h 47m
United Airlines
Thu 16/707:21
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6£461
Wed 23/911:05
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop17h 50m
Air Europa
Fri 25/922:05
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 23/6£462
Sat 31/1010:45
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop12h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 15/1111:00
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/6£462
Mon 21/911:05
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop17h 50m
Air Europa
Tue 22/922:05
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 22/6£463
Thu 2/711:55
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop12h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 15/710:15
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/6£463
Wed 5/809:00
ZRH
-
JFK
2 stops17h 05m
Brussels Airlines
Wed 12/818:10
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 10m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 22/6£463

Find flight deals from Zurich to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to New York (NYC). 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 26 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£456

One-way from

£245

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£558

Good round-trip deal

£487 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/7-20/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 54m total
  • Zurich to New York
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Iberia
  • Iberia
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 55m total
  • Zurich to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 June 2026.
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ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Sun 8/11

20:25-15:45

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/11

17:35-09:40

1 stop10h 05m

£458

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Sun 8/11

20:25-15:45

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

17:35-09:40

1 stop10h 05m

£458

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Thu 5/11

20:25-15:45

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

17:35-09:40

1 stop10h 05m

£458

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Sat 3/10

13:10-23:30

1 stop16h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/10

08:10-07:45

1 stop17h 35m

£462

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Tue 8/9

20:25-15:40

2 stops25h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/9

17:10-12:55

1 stop13h 45m

£468

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Fri 9/10

13:35-16:59

Nonstop9h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

22:40-18:40

1 stop14h 00m

£478

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Thu 30/7

13:35-17:09

Nonstop9h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/8

20:40-10:35

Nonstop7h 55m

£496

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Wed 23/9

13:15-16:35

Nonstop9h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

20:30-10:25

Nonstop7h 55m

£523

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Thu 26/11

11:45-18:32

1 stop12h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 30/11

11:20-07:40

1 stop14h 20m

£528

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Fri 7/8

11:55-18:42

1 stop12h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 14/8

08:05-07:45

1 stop17h 40m

£528

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to New York

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to New York (average of £417). Flying from Zurich to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of £617). 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 ZRH to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 June 2026.

When flying from Zurich to New York, 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 Zurich to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to New York. 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 26 June 2026.

The most flights from ZRH to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

How often are flights from Zurich to New York delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Zurich and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to New York, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 26 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,SWISS, andUnited Airlines from Zurich to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,971 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,893 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to New York. 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 from for flights from Zurich to New York?

    For a flight from Zurich to New York, you will be flying from Zurich. Zurich (ZRH) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city. Zurich is the only Zurich airport and it handles 9 outbound flights to New York per day. 3 airlines have flights to New York from Zurich on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Zurich to New York in 14h 10m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines, or Brussels Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Zurich and New York is about 3918 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, SWISS (£377), Delta (£381), and United Airlines (£411) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to New York. SWISS is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to New York?

    Most travelers choose Zurich - Newark, Zurich - New York LaGuardia or Zurich - New York John F Kennedy Intl when deciding on the best route from Zurich to New York.

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

    Consider Delta (90%), United Airlines (85%) or SWISS (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to New York.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Zurich to New York is £481. On average you can expect to pay £697. The most popular route, (Zurich - Newark), can usually be booked for £529.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to New York 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 Zurich to New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to New York (average of £417). Flying from Zurich to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of £617). 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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SWISSCheapest£377Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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