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Flight deals from Montreal to Zurich

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Zurich.$451 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zurich on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.
Zurich.$861 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $861, select.
Zurich.$871 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zurich on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $871, select.
Zurich.$873 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $873, select.
Zurich.$873 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $873, select.
Zurich.$875 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zurich on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.
Zurich.$875 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zurich on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.
Zurich.$875 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Montreal to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in December.
May
from $873
Jun
from $875
Jul
from $1,097
Aug
from $1,067
Sep
from $875
Oct
from $875
Nov
from $875
Dec
from $861
Jan
from $1,056
Feb
from $1,106
Mar
from $1,106
Apr
from $1,012

Direct flights from Montreal to Zurich

Montreal to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Montreal to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$451
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time7 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from Montreal to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Montreal to Zurich is $451. 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.
7 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Montreal to Zurich.
SWISS and Air Canada fly direct from Montreal to Zurich.
As of May 2025, there are 45 flights per week flying from Montreal to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Zurich is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Montreal to Zurich Airport on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 27 minutes.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zurich is SWISS .

Flying from Montreal to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport (ZRH).

  • Approximately 7 hours 27 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport.

  • Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Montreal.

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with SWISS at 17:50. Go for the first YUL to ZRH departure with SWISS at 16:40 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Montreal to ZRH.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leave from this terminal.

  • SWISS is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport leaving from YUL.

  • The distance from central Montreal to YUL is roughly 26 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.

  • In search of a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

About Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 35 minutes.

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

  • $604 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Zurich Airport. Return flights start from $451. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • You're more likely to score flight tickets from Montreal to ZRH when you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are typically at their lowest.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Zurich Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Montreal to ZRH. There's no need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport.

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

  • February is the quietest time of year to travel to Zurich. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport.

  • Before booking a flight from Montreal to ZRH, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Zurich

  • Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zurich:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are essential stops on your Zurich itinerary.

Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental

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