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Flight deals from Sydney to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Zurich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zurich.$1,388 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Scoot and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,388, select.
Zurich.$1,420 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Scoot and Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Zurich on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,420, select.
Zurich.$1,429 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Scoot and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,429, select.
Zurich.$1,431 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Zurich on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,431, select.
Zurich.$1,456 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Fri, 16 May.Return flight with Scoot and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,456, select.
Zurich.$1,465 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,465, select.
Zurich.$1,472 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,472, select.
Zurich.$1,472 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,472, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from $1,456
Jun
from $1,431
Jul
from $1,720
Aug
from $1,555
Sep
from $1,519
Oct
from $1,472
Nov
from $1,420
Dec
from $1,524
Jan
from $1,883
Feb
from $1,536
Mar
from $1,560
Apr
from $1,788

Sydney to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,388
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Zurich is $1,388. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Zurich. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,388.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Zurich is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Zurich Airport on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Zurich Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Zurich is ten hours behind Sydney and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SYD to ZRH flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SYD and ZRH:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • At the moment, $617 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,388. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to ZRH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Landing cheap flights from SYD to ZRH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • If you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

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

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to visit Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to ZRH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • You've visited Zurich, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its leading attractions. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.

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