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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $232. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zurich.$232 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.

Zurich.$250 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.

Zurich.$250 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.

Zurich.$252 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $252, select.

Zurich.$265 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.

Zurich.$268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Zurich.$268 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Zurich.$269 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Zurich.$269 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Zurich.$269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Zurich.$269 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Zurich.$269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Zurich.$269 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Zurich.$283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $283, select.

Zurich.$309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Zurich on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.

Zurich.$309 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Zurich on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich

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Direct flights from Frankfurt to Zurich

Frankfurt to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

Frankfurt to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$161
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	56 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	458

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Frankfurt to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Zurich is $232. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich?

56 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Zurich.

Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to Zurich?

Lufthansa, SWISS and United fly direct from Frankfurt to Zurich.

How many flights are there a week from Frankfurt to Zurich?

As of March 2026, there are 458 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Zurich.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich?

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport on Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 56 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zurich?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zurich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Zurich?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Zurich is Condor .

Flying from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is Frankfurt's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport (ZRH) jetting off from here.
55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Zurich Airport flight.
Frankfurt and Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH), with 83 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from FRA to ZRH is the 6:15am Condor option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 8:45pm with SWISS.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Frankfurt to ZRH. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport (ZRH) departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport departing from FRA. Book your ticket with one of these:
Lufthansa sees the most traveller bookings for flights from FRA to ZRH.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Air Dolomiti. Its services land without delay 79.87% of the time.
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Frankfurt Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)

Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and ZRH include:
- Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
- Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)
- Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to ZRH flight:
The majority of flights that leave Frankfurt Hahn Airport reach their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.

About Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near ZRH and turn out the lights sooner:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Frankfurt to Zurich Airport flight.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

Central Zurich is around 11 kilometres from Zurich Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

$161 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport. Return flights start at $232. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to ZRH.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Frankfurt to Zurich Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Frankfurt to ZRH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport.

The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Zurich. July is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport (ZRH), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to ZRH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 7ºC.

More about Zurich

Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zurich:
Your trip to Zurich should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.

Explore more of Switzerland

Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres southwest of Zurich, a visit to Lausanne will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
Around 161 kilometres south of Zurich, Lugano is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.