Cheap flights from Zürich to New York

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Cheapest round-trip flights $375
Condor 1 stop 12 hr Thu, Jan 22 — Thu, Feb 5
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to New York is currently $375
Cheapest one-way flight $300
British Airways 1 stop 16 hr Wed, Jan 14
The cheapest one-way flight from Zürich to New York is currently $300
Cheapest nonstop flights $520
Delta Nonstop 10 hr Fri, Feb 13 — Thu, Feb 26
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Zürich to New York is currently $520
Last-minute weekend getaway $563
Condor 1 stop 12 hr Fri, Nov 21 — Mon, Nov 24
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Zürich to New York is currently $563
Cheapest business class flights $2,202
Icelandair, Scandinavian Airlines 2 stops 14 hr Fri, Feb 13 — Sun, Mar 1
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Zürich to New York is currently $2,202
Fastest flight 9 hr 10 min The fastest nonstop flight from Zürich to New York takes 9 hr 10 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Zürich to New York is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $415–495
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $540–990

Popular airlines from Zürich to New York

  • SWISS
    Nonstop
    from $551
    Typical price: $510–910
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    ZRH - EWR, JFK Every day
    13 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - JFK Every day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $532
    Typical price: $485–750
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    ZRH - EWR Every day
    65 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - EWR, LGA Every day
  • Delta
    Nonstop
    from $514
    Typical price: $500–980
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    ZRH - JFK Every day
  • British Airways
    from $519
    Typical price: $480–1,350
    75 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - EWR, JFK Every day
  • Scandinavian Airlines
    from $408
    Typical price: $485–1,100
    41 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - EWR, JFK Every day
  • Turkish Airlines
    from $744
    Typical price: $760–1,850
    41 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - EWR, JFK Every day

Popular airports near Zürich

  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
    Zürich Switzerland 15 min 6 mi
  • EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)
    Basel Switzerland 1 hr 10 min 49 mi
  • EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (MLH)
    Mulhouse France 1 hr 10 min 49 mi
  • Geneva Airport (GVA)
    Geneva Switzerland 3 hr 4 min 139 mi

Popular airports near New York

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
    New York United States 39 min 12 mi
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
    New York United States 24 min 8 mi
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
    Newark United States 29 min 8 mi
  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
    Boston United States 3 hr 41 min 192 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Zürich to New York

When are the cheapest days to fly from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest flights from Zürich to New York are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $415 to $495.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to New York recently found on Google Flights was with Condor from $375. The cheapest one-way flight was with British Airways from $300.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to New York is $551, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest United flight from Zürich to New York is $532, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Zürich to New York is $514, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Zürich to New York is $519, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Scandinavian Airlines flight from Zürich to New York is $408, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to New York is $744, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
What are the cheapest flights from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to New York starts at $375 from Thu, Jan 22 to Thu, Feb 5. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $300 and departs on Wed, Jan 14.
How long does it take to fly from Zürich to New York?
9 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Zürich to New York.
When should you fly to New York, United States?
NYC is a year-round destination, with iconic events like U.S. Open tennis (Aug–Sep) and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov). Spring and fall have mild weather and strong performing-arts seasons. In summer, there's free, outdoor cultural events. On summer weekends, many New Yorkers leave town, making it a good time to score reservations at popular restaurants. Dec brings the Rockefeller Center tree lighting (varies, Nov/Dec) and Times Square's New Year's Eve party (Dec 31). Jan–Mar is cold, with an easier chance of getting Broadway tickets.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Zürich to New York?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Zürich to New York.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Zürich to New York?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Zürich to New York really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Zürich to New York.

In terms of nonstop flights, SWISS is the most popular. SWISS offers 20 nonstop flights and 13 connecting flights per week. SWISS flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) , Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) .

In terms of flights, British Airways is the most popular. British Airways offers 75 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .

Other popular airlines flying from Zürich to New York are:
  • United offers 7 nonstop flights and 65 connecting flights per week. United flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , LaGuardia Airport (LGA) .
  • Delta offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Delta flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
  • Scandinavian Airlines offers 41 connecting flights per week. Scandinavian Airlines flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
  • Turkish Airlines offers 41 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Zürich and New York.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to New York recently found on Google Flights was with Condor from $375. The cheapest one-way flight was with British Airways from $300.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to New York is $551, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest United flight from Zürich to New York is $532, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Zürich to New York is $514, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Zürich to New York is $519, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Scandinavian Airlines flight from Zürich to New York is $408, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to New York is $744, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
Which airlines have direct flights from Zürich to New York?
SWISS, United and Delta fly direct from Zürich to New York.
  • There are 20 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Zürich to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Delta direct flights from Zürich to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and New York at price $563 is offered by Condor from Fri, Nov 21 to Mon, Nov 24.
Which airlines have direct flights from Zürich to New York?
SWISS, United and Delta fly direct from Zürich to New York.
  • There are 20 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Zürich to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Delta direct flights from Zürich to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Zürich to New York available?
There are direct flights from Zürich to New York on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Zürich and New York start at $520 from Fri, Feb 13 to Thu, Feb 26 with Delta.
How can I find nonstop flights from Zürich to New York?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Zürich to New York, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Zürich and New York start at $2,202 from Fri, Feb 13 to Sun, Mar 1 with Icelandair, Scandinavian Airlines.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Zürich and New York start at $375 from Thu, Jan 22 to Thu, Feb 5.
How can I book business class trips from Zürich to New York?
To book business class trips from Zürich to New York, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Zürich to New York next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Zürich and New York starts at $563 from Fri, Nov 21 to Mon, Nov 24 with Condor.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Zürich to New York?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and New York at price $563 is offered by Condor from Fri, Nov 21 to Mon, Nov 24.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Zürich to New York?
To find last-minute flight deals from Zürich to New York, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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