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Cheap Flights from Chania (CHQ) to Zurich (ZRH)

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Flight deals from Crete Chania to Zurich

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Zurich.$266 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.
Zurich.$322 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Zurich.$348 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $348, select.
Zurich.$417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.
Zurich.$434 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Crete Chania on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $434, select.
Zurich.$434 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Crete Chania on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $434, select.
Zurich.$434 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Thu, 24 Jul.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Crete Chania on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $434, select.
Zurich.$435 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Crete Chania on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Chania to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in December.
May
from $766
Jun
from $434
Jul
from $434
Aug
from $435
Sep
from $417
Oct
from $459
Nov
from $322
Dec
from $266
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Direct flights from Crete Chania to Zurich

Crete Chania to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Chania to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$266
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time3 hrs
Most popular airlineedelweiss air
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Crete Chania to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Chania to Zurich is $266. 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.
3 hours is the average flight time from Crete Chania to Zurich.
edelweiss air and SWISS fly direct from Crete Chania to Zurich.
As of May 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Crete Chania to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Zurich is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Chania Airport to Zurich Airport on Monday, 1 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.
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.
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.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport is 3 hours.

  • The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Chania.

  • To ensure you catch your CHQ to ZRH flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Edelweiss Air has direct flights from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if your schedule allows.

  • Edelweiss Air tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CHQ and ZRH:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Sofia Airport

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is $159. A return ticket right now is $266. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from CHQ to ZRH by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CHQ to ZRH.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)

  • 91.98% of flights leaving Chania International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of CHQ.

  • To reach Chania International Airport from central Chania, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CHQ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and discover more of Zurich and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Zurich in January.

  • When booking your flight from Chania International Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CHQ to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.

  • Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without seeing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.

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