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Flight deals from Montreal to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Montreal to Zurich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zurich.$876 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with Air Transat and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Zurich.$899 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with Air Transat and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.
Zurich.$919 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $919, select.
Zurich.$919 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $919, select.
Zurich.$921 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Mon, 23 Feb.Return flight with Air Transat and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $921, select.
Zurich.$923 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $923, select.
Zurich.$931 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Air Transat and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $931, select.
Zurich.$946 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $946, 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 January.
Oct
from $1,024
Nov
from $946
Dec
from $996
Jan
from $899
Feb
from $922
Mar
from $919
Apr
from $948
May
from $923
Jun
from $1,068
Jul
from $1,232
Aug
from $1,258
Sep
from $1,279

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$876
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time7 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Montreal to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Montreal to Zurich is $876. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Montreal to Zurich.
SWISS and Air Canada fly direct from Montreal to Zurich.
As of October 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Montreal to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Zurich is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Montreal to Zurich Airport on Sunday, 25 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 30 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.

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

  • Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport (ZRH) departing from here.

  • Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Montreal to Zurich Airport flight.

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

  • The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). There are 7 direct services each week. SWISS operates a 4:40pm departure between YUL and ZRH.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Montreal to ZRH.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport (ZRH) take off from this terminal.

  • When departing from YUL, you can catch a direct flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport with SWISS.

  • Most travellers choose to book seats with SWISS from YUL to ZRH.

  • SWISS is the top performer for punctuality on this route.

  • The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

  • You can arrive at YHU from the centre of Montreal in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Montreal to ZRH flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

About Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Have a late flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near ZRH and hit the lights earlier:

  • Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Zurich Airport flight.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich is about 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Zurich Airport is $402. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $876. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Montreal to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Affordable Montreal to Zurich Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Save time looking for cheap flight tickets from Montreal to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

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

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

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Zurich. July is when most people book flights from Montreal to Zurich Airport (ZRH), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • Lock in a Montreal to ZRH flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Zurich

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Zurich right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Montreal to Zurich Airport:

  • You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Zurich when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres south-west of Zurich, a trip to Lausanne will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).

  • Around 161 kilometres south of Zurich, Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.

Plan the rest of your trip from Montreal to Zurich

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