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$189+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Lucerne, Switzerland

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ZRH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Lucerne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Lucerne flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$457
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$189
(AirNGo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$729
From New York (NYC) to Lucerne
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Cheapest flights from New York to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1210:05 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop30h 05mAir Europa
Thu 10/1611:10 amZRH - JFK
1 stop12h 25mAir Europa
Deal found 9/14$457
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:55 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop11h 40mAer Lingus
Wed 10/2911:00 amZRH - JFK
1 stop14h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/14$458
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:35 pmJFK - ZRH
2 stops18h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/42:55 pmZRH - JFK
1 stop30h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$459
This Connections by easyJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Connections by easyJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2512:30 amJFK - ZRH
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/48:15 amZRH - JFK
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$460
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/210:00 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop13h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/141:30 pmZRH - JFK
1 stop12h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/15$461
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1910:05 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop32h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 11/36:00 pmZRH - JFK
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/14$462
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:00 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop20h 30mAer Lingus
Sat 12/1311:00 amZRH - JFK
1 stop11h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/14$463
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:10 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop18h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/72:00 pmZRH - JFK
1 stop31h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$464
This Connections by easyJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Connections by easyJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:30 amJFK - ZRH
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/58:15 amZRH - JFK
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$466
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2611:00 pmJFK - ZRH
2 stops35h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/41:30 pmZRH - JFK
1 stop12h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/16$467
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:00 pmJFK - ZRH
1 stop18h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/141:30 pmZRH - JFK
1 stop12h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/14$468
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/35:30 pmEWR - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/68:25 pmZRH - EWR
2 stops22h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$469

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Lucerne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Lucerne that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkZurich

JFK - ZRH

JFKZRH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

12:30 am-7:40 am

1 stop25h 10m

Zurich

Fri 11/21

9:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$461

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Thu 11/27

5:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Zurich

Sun 11/30

8:25 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$479

New YorkZurich

JFK - ZRH

JFKZRH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/16

6:55 pm-9:40 am

2 stops32h 45m

Zurich

Wed 10/22

2:00 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$484

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Tue 2/17

9:45 pm-11:20 am

1 stop31h 35m

Zurich

Fri 2/20

10:20 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop9h 35m

$488

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Wed 11/26

6:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop11h 00m

Zurich

Sat 11/29

8:25 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$488

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Fri 2/13

6:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

Zurich

Mon 2/16

1:00 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$491

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Fri 10/24

6:50 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Zurich

Sun 10/26

1:10 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$495

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Mon 10/27

3:40 pm-9:40 am

2 stops13h 00m

Zurich

Thu 12/18

8:25 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$505

New YorkZurich

LGA - ZRH

LGAZRH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/5

11:30 am-8:50 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Zurich

Wed 11/12

9:40 am-7:03 pm

2 stops15h 23m

$506

NewarkZurich

EWR - ZRH

EWRZRH

Newark

Wed 10/1

5:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops34h 10m

Zurich

Sat 10/4

8:25 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$511

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Lucerne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Lucerne

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Lucerne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Lucerne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from New York to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Lucerne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

When flying from New York to Lucerne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Lucerne

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Lucerne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LU9 are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Lucerne?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lucerne. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, SWISS, and Scandinavian Airlines from New York to Lucerne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,486 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
544 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Lucerne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Lucerne?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Lucerne in 18h 30m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 3933 mi between New York and Lucerne. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Lucerne one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Lucerne are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($231), Delta ($319), and United Airlines ($319).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Lucerne?

    When deciding which route to take from New York to Lucerne consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Zurich, Newark - Zurich or New York LaGuardia - Zurich as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Lucerne?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to Lucerne on time: Delta (83%), United Airlines (77%), SWISS (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Lucerne?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,054 for a flight from New York to Lucerne. The cheapest flight overall is $315 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Zurich) is currently priced at $390.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Lucerne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Lucerne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Lucerne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Lucerne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Lucerne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from New York to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from New York to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York to Lucerne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$257Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$325Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$333Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$377Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$388Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air EuropaCheapest$423Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
British AirwaysCheapest$453Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$539Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$539Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$565Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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