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Cheapest return fare
$1,540
Typical prices: $1,549-$2,119
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/10Mon 19/10
SYD - ZRH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$626
Typical prices: $641-$1,021
China Eastern
Mon 2/11
SYD - ZRH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Zurich. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,356 (return)
Shortest trip • 24h 08m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Zurich (SYD-ZRH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Zurich

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:35 - 07:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
42h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 12:45ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 10m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi
$1,540Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 06:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
43h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:20 - 13:35ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,544China Eastern
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 07:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
28h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
11:55 - 13:35ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,544China Eastern
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 13:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
24h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 06:30ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,551Etihad Airways
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 09:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
44h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
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07:40 - 20:10ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 30m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,556Turkish Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 19:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
30h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 17:45ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,561Etihad Airways
Wed, 23 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:05 - 09:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
44h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 06:30ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,595Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:35 - 17:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
30h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 19:25ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
46h 20m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,627Turkish Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 11:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
34h 20m2 stops Hong Kong Intl London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:10 - 06:55ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
47h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi
$1,667British Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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15:35 - 17:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZRH Zurich
35h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
11:10 - 06:55ZRH  Zurich-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi
$1,675British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Zurich flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Zurich to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Zurich?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Zurich from Sydney usually cost between $1,800 and $2,414 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,540 on Multiple Airlines (5 Oct–19 Oct).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Zurich?

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Zurich is November, where tickets cost $1,428 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,652 and $2,154 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Zurich?

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Zurich, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$626
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (41% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Zurich

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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Zurich

  • What facilities does Zurich Airport (ZRH) offer for those travelling with children?

    If you are travelling with children and need to find a place where the kids can play for a few hours, there are several kids’ lounges available throughout the airport. There are also baby changing facilities and rooms for breastfeeding, which are available free of charge.

  • What facilities does Zurich Airport (ZRH) offer for travellers with reduced mobility?

    For those travelling with reduced mobility, a member of staff will be provided for you free of charge to accompany you throughout your journey to and from the plane, as well as throughout the airport. Make sure to contact the airport before your flight to arrange this service.

  • What is the best way to exchange currency when travelling from Sydney to Zurich?

    While both airports will have currency exchange services, if you are flying from Sydney and want to exchange before you fly, make sure to look at Global Exchange, where you can pre-order your currency before you fly and pick it up at the airport.

  • What is the best way to exchange currency when travelling from Zurich to Sydney?

    For anyone travelling from Zurich and want to exchange before you fly, there are several Travelex and UBS bank stores where you can exchange your money. For those looking to claim VAT on goods purchased in Zurich before flying back to Sydney, make sure to head over to the Global Blue Office in the transit area to claim your refund.

  • What is the best way to get to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) from the city?

    For those travelling by car, look for the P7 car park to be near International Departures. For those taking public transport, while taxis and buses are available from the city, the Sydney Airport Link train is a cheap option, taking only 13min and running throughout the day between the airport and several stops in the city centre.

  • Where do flights from Sydney to Zurich stop?

    Thai Airways has flights that stop in Bangkok, while Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways flights usually stop in Doha. Etihad flights generally stop in Abu Dhabi, and Singapore Airlines operates flights from Sydney to Zurich that stop in Singapore. Qatar Airways and Etihad offer stopover services, including accommodation for an extra fee.

  • How much carry-on luggage can I bring on this route?

    On Singapore Airlines flights from Sydney to Zurich, you can bring one piece of cabin luggage that weighs up to 7 kg. The total sum of the height, width and length must be less than 115 cm. Qatar Airways has the same weight allowance and the size must be under 50 x 37 x 25 cm.

  • How much checked luggage can I bring for my flight from Sydney to Zurich?

    Most airlines allow you to bring 20-30 kg of checked luggage. Qatar Airways allows 20 kg for their Economy Lite fare and 25 kg for their Economy Classic fare. Emirates offers 25 kg on their Economy Saver fare, but with their Flex fare, it can weigh up to 30 kg.

  • Which routes are more eco-friendly?

    If you're looking for more eco-friendly flights, look for Cathay Pacific's flights that stop in Hong Kong. These use up to 58% less CO2 than the average flight on this route. All Nippon Airways has flights that use up to 50% less. Bear in mind these routes usually include an airport transfer in Tokyo from Haneda (HND) to Narita (NRT).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Zurich?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Zurich was $626 for a one-way ticket and $1,540 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Zurich?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Zurich?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Zurich, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Zurich, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Zurich are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,814 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,217 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Zurich?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Zurich?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zurich from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Zurich?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Zurich with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Zurich?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zurich from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Zurich

  • While no direct flights are available between Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and Zurich Airport (ZRH), we suggest having a look at flights from providers Emirates Airlines and Etihad Airways, as each provider has a variety of daily flights to choose from to make sure the passenger gets their best combination of price and flight time.
  • With Zurich Airport (ZRH) being a hub for Swiss International Air Lines, we recommend flying at least part of the way with Swiss Air for those looking to ensure an easy journey to and from Zurich. There are several flights throughout the day from Sydney that fly Swiss Air for either all or part of the journey.
  • If you are landing in Zurich late in the evening, have a long delay, or just want a few hours rest, make sure to have a look at the Transit Hotel and Dayrooms available at Zurich Airport in Gates B/D on Level 1. Rooms here can be rented out for as long as you need.
  • While no hotels are available onsite at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is our recommendation for anyone looking to be close to the airport. Just opposite the International Terminal and with a free airport shuttle to and from the other terminals, this hotel is perfect for anyone wanting to be close to the airport for an early flight out.
  • For anyone who has an early flight out of Sydney and wants to stay in a hotel near the airport, the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is our recommendation. Just opposite the International Terminal and with a free airport shuttle to and from the other terminals, this hotel is perfect for anyone wanting to be close to the airport for an early flight out.
  • Similarly, for travellers looking to stay in any of the cities surrounding Zurich, we recommend flying into Zurich Airport (ZRH) and continuing the journey from here as it is the main international airport for the region.
  • If you need special assistance while flying from Sydney to Zurich, contact your airline at least 48 hours in advance. If you have your own mobility equipment, bear in mind that you will usually need to check it, either at check-in or at the gate, and then use a wheelchair provided by the airline.
  • Many airlines offer flexible tickets that let you change your departure date and time after booking. For example, Emirates' Flex Plus fare lets you change your ticket at any time and you'll only pay the fare difference if applicable.

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