$215 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Popular airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Cheap Flights from New York to Zürich (JFK-ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $215 for one-way flights and $410 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Condor
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$410 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$410
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from New York to Zürich, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $410 found 2 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Sun, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 17
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$424 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$424
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from New York to Zürich, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $424 found 16 hours ago
Air Europa
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 12
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$430 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$430
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Europa flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from New York to Zürich, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $430 found 2 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 12
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$447 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$447
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 1 from New York to Zürich, returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $447 found 19 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$450 Roundtrip, just found
$450
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from New York to Zürich, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $450 just found
Delta
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 11
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$517 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$517
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from New York to Zürich, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $517 found 13 hours ago
Icelandair
Sat, Dec 13 - Thu, Jan 8
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$526 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$526
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from New York to Zürich, returning Thu, Jan 8, priced at $526 found 8 hours ago
Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 10
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$614 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$614
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Royal Air Maroc flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from New York to Zürich, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $614 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$616 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$616
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from New York to Zürich, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $616 found 2 days ago
Delta
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
JFK
New York
ZRH
Zürich
$618 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$618
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from New York to Zürich, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $618 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Zürich (ZRH)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $390 - $906 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Zürich

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Zurich Airport ZRH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 13 minutes. Flights from $540
ZRH
Zurich Airport
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center13 min
Flights from $540
Flights from New York (JFK) to Zürich (ZRH)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$410
Distance
3921 mi
Average flight time
13 hours 55 mins

New York to Zürich Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to Zürich

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New York to Zürich are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to Zürich with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Zürich

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to Zürich: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New York to Zürich

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New York to Zürich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $215 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New York to Zürich flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New York to Zürich airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $215 or cheap return flight from $410 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
October is the least expensive month to fly from JFK to ZRH. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
When setting off from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you can catch a nonstop flight to Zurich Airport (ZRH) with SWISS.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, Delta Air Lines and SWISS are often among the top picks for flights between John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your JFK to ZRH flight.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Every day on average, 2 direct flights operate from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Choose the departure that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
More people fly between JFK and ZRH at 4 PM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to ZRH?
Friday has the most flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 4:25PM UTC-5, leaving from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). You'll be flying for roughly 7h 45m, arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH) at approximately 6:10AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Flights from JFK to ZRH have an average travel time of 7 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 3,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to ZRH?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 80%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Select a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from JFK to ZRH often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary for a better chance of snagging a bargain.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
If you reserved your JFK to ZRH flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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