$105 Cheap Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Cheap Flights from Zürich to Frankfurt (ZRH-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $105 for one-way flights and $227 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Condor
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 28
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$227 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $227 found 2 hours ago
Condor
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$228 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $228 found 6 days ago
Condor
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 3
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$230 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $230 found 3 hours ago
ITA Airways
Sat, Aug 30 - Sun, Aug 31
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$238 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $238 found 6 days ago
ITA Airways
Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 7
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$239 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $239 found 1 day ago
ITA Airways
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$245 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $245 found 3 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$251 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Jul 9 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $251 found 1 hour ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$251 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Jul 9 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $251 found 1 hour ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 9
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$264 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $264 found 2 days ago
Air France
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 28
ZRH
Zürich
FRA
Frankfurt
$318 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$318
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from Zürich to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $318 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zürich (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $143 - $245 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Origin airport
Zürich
Destination airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Aer Lingus, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Croatia Airlines, ITA Airways, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines
Roundtrip price
$227
Distance
179 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 1 min

Zürich to Frankfurt Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Zürich to Frankfurt

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 Zürich to Frankfurt are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Zürich to Frankfurt with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Zürich to Frankfurt

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Zürich to Frankfurt: 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 Zürich to Frankfurt

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 Zürich to Frankfurt in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $105 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 Zürich to Frankfurt 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 Zürich to Frankfurt 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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting at $245 from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Condor flight leaving ZRH on July 5 2025 and touching down at FRA. The price was last updated on July 4 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to FRA?
The cheapest flights from ZRH to FRA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
You can fly straight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) on a Lufthansa flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ZRH to FRA?
With tickets starting at $131 for a one-way journey from ZRH to FRA, Condor is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ZRH on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 4 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
When departing from Zurich Airport (ZRH), you'll have your pick from an average of 8 daily nonstop flights to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The 6 PM departures from ZRH to FRA are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from ZRH to FRA?
Wednesday has the most flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Take the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC+1, heading out of Zurich Airport (ZRH). You'll be in the air for about 1h 10m, landing at Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) at approximately 8:10AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Flights from ZRH to FRA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 5 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 180 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Choose a flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ZRH to FRA right before your journey is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a ZRH to FRA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a ZRH to FRA flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
It's usually possible to cancel or reschedule your ZRH to FRA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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