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$320+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to New York, NY (NYC)

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ZRH — NYC
Jul 22 — Jul 291
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 22, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/232:35 pm
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop11h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 9/276:10 pm
JFK
-
ZRH
2 stops17h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$619
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/261:25 pm
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop13h 34m
Air Canada
Tue 6/3011:35 am
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/19$619
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/79:00 am
ZRH
-
JFK
2 stops17h 05m
Brussels Airlines
Tue 8/116:10 pm
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 10m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 6/18$620
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/139:55 am
ZRH
-
LGA
2 stops17h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 10/208:45 am
LGA
-
ZRH
2 stops15h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/21$620
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/71:35 pm
ZRH
-
JFK
Nonstop9h 16m
Delta
Thu 10/159:30 pm
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/21$622
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/239:55 am
ZRH
-
LGA
2 stops15h 41m
Air Canada
Thu 10/292:30 pm
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/19$622
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/246:00 am
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop13h 15m
American Airlines
Wed 2/2411:20 pm
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop10h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/20$623
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3112:10 pm
ZRH
-
LGA
2 stops15h 23m
Air Canada
Sun 11/158:45 am
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/21$623
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/297:25 am
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop11h 35m
Brussels Airlines
Sun 7/129:50 pm
JFK
-
ZRH
2 stops15h 30m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 6/21$624
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:05 am
ZRH
-
LGA
2 stops13h 32m
Air Canada
Wed 9/910:35 am
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/19$624
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/264:30 pm
ZRH
-
JFK
1 stop11h 35m
British Airways
Sun 2/219:50 pm
JFK
-
ZRH
1 stop11h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 6/20$625
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/261:25 pm
ZRH
-
LGA
1 stop13h 34m
Air Canada
Fri 7/1011:35 am
LGA
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/18$625

Find flight deals from Zurich to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$619
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$320
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$736

Good round-trip deal

$675 or less

Good one-way deal

$716 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Zurich to New York (NYC).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to New York that are best for you.

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ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Wed 9/23

2:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop11h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

6:10 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$619

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Thu 7/2

7:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/7

9:50 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$626

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Sat 8/15

7:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/16

9:50 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$633

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Sat 7/18

1:35 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop9h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/19

8:45 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop7h 50m

$652

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Wed 8/5

9:20 am-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/12

12:55 pm-10:00 am

2 stops15h 05m

$652

ZurichNew York

ZRH - JFK

ZRHJFK

Zurich

Tue 7/21

1:35 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop9h 28m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/4

8:40 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop7h 55m

$656

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Wed 7/29

9:50 am-8:22 pm

1 stop16h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/8

2:51 pm-11:45 am

2 stops14h 54m

$664

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Thu 8/6

10:10 am-9:28 pm

1 stop17h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/12

11:59 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 06m

$674

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Thu 10/1

11:55 am-6:41 pm

1 stop12h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/9

10:25 am-10:40 am

2 stops18h 15m

$675

ZurichNew York

ZRH - LGA

ZRHLGA

Zurich

Wed 7/22

10:10 am-7:20 pm

1 stop15h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/14

11:59 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 06m

$684

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Zurich to New York in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Zurich-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Zurich-New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to New York (average of $550). Flying from Zurich to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $814). 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 ZRH to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 22, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to New York as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to New York. 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 June 22, 2026.

The most flights from ZRH to NYC are scheduled on a Friday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

How often are flights from Zurich to New York delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Zurich and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to New York flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to New York, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated June 22, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,SWISS, andUnited Airlines from Zurich to New York to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to New York?

    Zurich (ZRH), located 5.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Zurich to New York. 4 airlines have flights from Zurich to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Zurich to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 10 outbound flights to New York per day.

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

    United Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Delta can get you from Zurich to New York in just under 9h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 01m. The distance between Zurich and New York is about 3918 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to New York round-trip?

    Icelandair, at $463, was found to be the cheapest airline from Zurich to New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include SWISS and United Airlines. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $303 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Iberia and American Airlines, with prices starting from $319 and $331, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Delta (90%), United Airlines (85%) or SWISS (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to New York.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zurich to New York? While on average our users pay $753, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $626. The most popular route (Zurich - New York John F Kennedy Intl), is priced around $435.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to New York 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 Zurich to New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to New York (average of $550). Flying from Zurich to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $814). 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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IcelandairCheapest$463Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$506Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$508Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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