Cheap flights from Zürich to Tokyo

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Cheapest round-trip flights $808
KLM, China Eastern 2 stops 23 hr Thu, Jan 15 — Wed, Jan 28
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Tokyo is currently $808
Cheapest one-way flight $512
Air France, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern 2 stops 26 hr Fri, Jan 16
The cheapest one-way flight from Zürich to Tokyo is currently $512
Cheapest nonstop flights $1,314
SWISS Nonstop 14 hr Fri, Jan 9 — Thu, Jan 22
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Zürich to Tokyo is currently $1,314
Last-minute weekend getaway $1,288
China Eastern, Scandinavian Airlines 2 stops 22 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Sun, Nov 23
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Zürich to Tokyo is currently $1,288
Cheapest business class flights $3,053
JAL, Oman Air 2 stops 24 hr Sun, Jan 18 — Tue, Feb 3
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Zürich to Tokyo is currently $3,053
Fastest flight 13 hr 15 min The fastest nonstop flight from Zürich to Tokyo takes 13 hr 15 min
Nonstop flights Some days There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Tokyo is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
November
Cheapest
Typical prices: $850–1,250
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,150–1,650

Popular airlines from Zürich to Tokyo

  • SWISS
    Nonstop
    from $1,314
    Typical price: $1,800–3,550
    5 weekly nonstop flights
    ZRH - NRT Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $1,201
    Typical price: $1,150–2,350
    49 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - HND, NRT Every day
  • Turkish Airlines
    from $887
    Typical price: $1,350–2,550
    39 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - HND, NRT Every day
  • Emirates
    from $1,419
    Typical price: $1,600–3,600
    28 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - HND, NRT Every day
  • Finnair
    from $984
    Typical price: $1,300–2,650
    23 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - HND, NRT Every day
  • Air France
    from $871
    Typical price: $1,150–2,300
    22 weekly connecting flights
    ZRH - HND 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 Tokyo

  • Haneda Airport (HND)
    Tokyo Japan 31 min 11 mi
  • Narita International Airport (NRT)
    Tokyo Japan 1 hr 12 min 42 mi
  • Sendai Airport (SDJ)
    Sendai Japan 4 hr 14 min 183 mi
  • Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
    Nagoya Japan 4 hr 19 min 170 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Zürich to Tokyo

When are the cheapest days to fly from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest flights from Zürich to Tokyo are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $850 to $1,250.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Tokyo recently found on Google Flights was with KLM, China Eastern from $808. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air France, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern from $512.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $1,314, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 22.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $1,201, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $887, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $1,419, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
  • The cheapest Finnair flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $984, flying from Jan 18 to Feb 1.
  • The cheapest Air France flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $871, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 23.
What are the cheapest flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Tokyo starts at $808 from Thu, Jan 15 to Wed, Jan 28. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $512 and departs on Fri, Jan 16.
How long does it take to fly from Zürich to Tokyo?
13 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Zürich to Tokyo.
When should you fly to Tokyo, Japan?
Tokyo is busy year-round. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. Popular events are New Year's Day, when shrines are quite crowded; cherry blossom festivals (Apr) throughout the city; the Sanja Matsuri (May), with parades of portable shrines; the Sumida River Fireworks Festival (Jul); the festivals of Obon (Aug), a Buddhist holiday that celebrates ancestors; and Awa Odori (Aug), with parades around Koenji Station.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Zürich to Tokyo?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Zürich to Tokyo.
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 Tokyo?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Zürich to Tokyo 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 Tokyo.

In terms of nonstop flights, SWISS is the most popular. SWISS offers 5 nonstop flights per week. SWISS flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Narita International Airport (NRT) .

In terms of flights, Cathay Pacific is the most popular. Cathay Pacific offers 49 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) .

Other popular airlines flying from Zürich to Tokyo are:
  • Turkish Airlines offers 39 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) .
  • Emirates offers 28 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) .
  • Finnair offers 23 connecting flights per week. Finnair flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) .
  • Air France offers 22 connecting flights per week. Air France flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Haneda Airport (HND) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Zürich and Tokyo.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Tokyo recently found on Google Flights was with KLM, China Eastern from $808. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air France, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern from $512.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $1,314, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 22.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $1,201, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $887, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $1,419, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
  • The cheapest Finnair flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $984, flying from Jan 18 to Feb 1.
  • The cheapest Air France flight from Zürich to Tokyo is $871, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 23.
Which airlines have direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
SWISS flies direct from Zürich to Tokyo.
  • There are 5 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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 Tokyo?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and Tokyo at price $1,288 is offered by China Eastern, Scandinavian Airlines from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.
Which airlines have direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
SWISS flies direct from Zürich to Tokyo.
  • There are 5 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo available?
Direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo are only available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Zürich and Tokyo start at $1,314 from Fri, Jan 9 to Thu, Jan 22 with SWISS.
How can I find nonstop flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Zürich to Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Zürich and Tokyo start at $3,053 from Sun, Jan 18 to Tue, Feb 3 with JAL, Oman Air.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Zürich and Tokyo start at $808 from Thu, Jan 15 to Wed, Jan 28.
How can I book business class trips from Zürich to Tokyo?
To book business class trips from Zürich to Tokyo, 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 Tokyo next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Zürich and Tokyo starts at $1,288 from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23 with China Eastern, Scandinavian Airlines.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Zürich to Tokyo?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and Tokyo at price $1,288 is offered by China Eastern, Scandinavian Airlines from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Zürich to Tokyo?
To find last-minute flight deals from Zürich to Tokyo, 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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