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$493+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to Zurich (ZRH)

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — ZRH
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Zurich are usually found in May or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$922
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$493
(Mytrip)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$891
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Zurich
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:55 amSHA - ZRH
2 stops19h 50mLufthansa
Sat 1/105:00 pmZRH - SHA
2 stops16h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$922
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:45 pmSHA - ZRH
2 stops32h 40mChina Southern
Tue 10/145:35 pmZRH - SHA
2 stops18h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 7/29$1,036
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:10 amSHA - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mXiamenAir
Sat 10/45:35 pmZRH - SHA
2 stops21h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 7/29$1,190
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/281:20 pmSHA - ZRH
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 9/101:30 pmZRH - SHA
1 stop25h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/29$1,265

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

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Zurich

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Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/27

8:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Zurich

Sat 1/10

5:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$922

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/3

7:45 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Zurich

Tue 10/14

5:35 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$1,036

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/21

8:10 am-10:25 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Zurich

Sat 10/4

5:35 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$1,190

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/28

1:20 pm-7:10 am

1 stop23h 50m

Zurich

Wed 9/10

1:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,265

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/12

7:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops20h 50m

$493

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/12

1:35 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 55m

$624

ShanghaiZurich

SHA - ZRH

SHAZRH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

8:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$716

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Deals found on 7/30

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and Lufthansa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,269 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich. 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 into for flights to Zurich from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    If you book a flight to Zurich from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, you will be flying to Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 5.9 mi from the center of Zurich. There are 0 flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Zurich per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($922), China Southern ($1,036), and XiamenAir ($1,190) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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 2 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to Zurich

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China EasternCheapest$589Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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