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$261+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — ZRH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Zurich are usually found in November or February, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$424
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$261
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$867

Good round-trip deal

$737 or less

Good one-way deal

$488 or less
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/269:45 amPHL - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mAir Canada
Tue 11/41:00 pmZRH - PHL
1 stop15h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$424
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:00 amPHL - ZRH
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/612:40 pmZRH - PHL
1 stop32h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$432
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1912:40 pmPHL - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/271:20 pmZRH - PHL
2 stops35h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$437
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:00 pmPHL - ZRH
1 stop29h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/121:20 pmZRH - PHL
1 stop32h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$438
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:40 pmPHL - ZRH
Nonstop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/1910:15 amZRH - PHL
Nonstop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$439
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:35 pmPHL - ZRH
Nonstop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/410:15 amZRH - PHL
Nonstop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$440
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:35 pmPHL - ZRH
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/310:15 amZRH - PHL
Nonstop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$444
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.
Wed 11/194:35 pmPHL - ZRH
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2612:40 pmZRH - PHL
2 stops16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$445
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:20 amPHL - ZRH
1 stop19h 05mAir Canada
Wed 11/2612:40 pmZRH - PHL
1 stop32h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$446
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/129:20 amPHL - ZRH
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/207:05 amZRH - PHL
2 stops13h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$447

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Zurich 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 Philadelphia to Zurich that are best for you.

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Zurich

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Wed 3/11

10:15 am-6:40 am

1 stop15h 25m

Zurich

Wed 3/18

1:20 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops29h 31m

$437

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/28

1:10 pm-10:40 am

1 stop15h 30m

Zurich

Thu 2/5

1:20 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$437

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

6:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop22h 10m

Zurich

Tue 1/20

1:00 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$437

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/28

6:35 pm-11:55 am

1 stop11h 20m

Zurich

Mon 2/9

1:20 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$472

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Wed 2/11

6:30 am-9:50 am

2 stops21h 20m

Zurich

Wed 2/18

1:30 pm-8:56 am

2 stops25h 26m

$477

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Sun 2/1

10:10 am-7:40 am

2 stops15h 30m

Zurich

Tue 2/10

7:15 am-6:54 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$482

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Mon 1/26

7:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Zurich

Sun 2/1

12:40 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$488

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Mon 1/26

7:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Zurich

Sun 2/1

1:20 pm-3:49 pm

1 stop32h 29m

$488

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Sun 11/23

10:05 am-7:40 am

2 stops15h 35m

Zurich

Mon 12/1

1:35 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops56h 14m

$488

PhiladelphiaZurich

PHL - ZRH

PHLZRH

Philadelphia

Sun 2/1

6:35 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Zurich

Sat 2/14

10:15 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop9h 00m

$494

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Zurich

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

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

Booking 12 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Philadelphia to Zurich 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 PHL to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 September 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Zurich in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air Canada from Philadelphia to Zurich by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,363 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Zurich?

    If you wish to fly to Zurich from Philadelphia, then you need to book flights from Philadelphia to Zurich. There are 2 flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Zurich (ZRH) per day to choose from. Flights to Zurich from Philadelphia are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 7h 35m is how long a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Zurich typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Zurich?

    Airlines like United Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from Philadelphia to Zurich in about 11h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h. The distance between Philadelphia and Zurich is about 4011 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $290, Lufthansa will fly you from Philadelphia to Zurich and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $520 and $523, respectively. Users have found that Lufthansa is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Zurich?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Zurich is $424. On average you can expect to pay $2,488. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Zurich), can usually be booked for $437.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Philadelphia to Zurich 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 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Zurich

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to Zurich. 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
LufthansaCheapest$290Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$520Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$523Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$595Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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