Question 1

How long is the flight from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Zurich to New York typically takes around 9 hours 15 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 26 hours 10 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Zurich to New York, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 11 to 12 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Zurich to New York are operated by, among others, Delta and Swiss. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Lufthansa (via Frankfurt), SAS (via Copenhagen, Oslo) and United Airlines (via Frankfurt, Toronto). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Zurich to New York operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Zurich to New York, there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Zurich to New York, there are around 11 to 12 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Zurich to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Zurich to New York usually departs at 9:50 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in New York.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Zurich to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Zurich to New York usually departs at 1:35 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Zurich to New York, offers from Condor, SAS and British Airways are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline works for you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Zurich to New York are most frequently searched for travel in April, January and May. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more options or cheaper connections.

Question 11

Which departure days are most popular for flights from Zurich to New York?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Zurich to New York, departures on Thursday, Friday and Wednesday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or better-priced offers.

Question 12

Which airports near Zurich are frequently used for flights to New York?

Accepted Answer

In addition to Zurich airport, users also frequently search for flights from Geneva to New York. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Also check how accessible each airport is for you.

Question 13

Which airports near New York are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to New York, Philadelphia and Newark may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Zurich New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KEF) FI0569, FI0619 14h 05min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KEF) FI0618, FI0568 31h 55min	Icelandair		$572
Best option Zurich New York	Outbound 08/18/26 direct LX0016 08h 50min	Return 08/25/26 direct LX0017 07h 55min	Swiss International Air Lines	?	$629
Zurich New York Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 09/14/26 1 Stopover (DUB) EI0343, EI0109 17h 05min	Return 09/30/26 1 Stopover (FCO) N00402, U22986 25h 25min	Aer Lingus Irish Airlines		$734
Zurich New York	Outbound 09/14/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0086, EK0203 40h 50min	Return 09/30/26 1 Stopover (MXP) EK0206, LX1629 11h 30min	Emirates Airline		$1,791
Zurich New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KEF) FI0569, FI0619 14h 05min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KEF) FI0618, FI0568 31h 55min	Icelandair		$575
Zurich New York	Outbound 09/14/26 1 Stopover (MAD) AA8734, AA8837 13h 05min	Return 09/30/26 1 Stopover (LHR) AA6914, AA6687 16h 25min	American Airlines		$584
Zurich New York	Outbound 09/14/26 1 Stopover (CPH) SK0610, SK0915 26h 35min	Return 09/30/26 1 Stopover (CPH) SK0916, SK0601 32h 45min	SAS Scandinavian Airlines	?	$596
Zurich New York	Outbound 09/14/26 1 Stopover (LHR) BA0733, BA0113 12h 20min	Return 09/30/26 1 Stopover (LHR) BA0176, BA0732 10h 40min	British Airways	?	$598
Zurich New York	Outbound 08/20/26 direct LX0016 08h 50min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (MUC) LH0411, LH5748 10h 30min	Swiss International Air Lines	?	$603
Zurich New York	Outbound 09/14/26 1 Stopover (FCO) AZ0571, AZ0608 33h 00min	Return 09/30/26 1 Stopover (FCO) AZ0611, AZ0574 15h 05min	Italia Trasporto Aereo		$606

Roundtrip from	$571.02
Flight duration	min. 09:10 / max. 09:15
Return flight duration	min. 07:40/ max. 07:48
Distance	6317 km
Flights per week	24
Departure airport	Airport Zurich (Zürich)-Kloten (ZRH)
Departure country	Flights from Switzerland
Arrival airport	Airport New York - John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY (JFK)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure country - Arrival airport	Switzerland - New York - John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY
Departure airport - Destination country	Zurich (Zürich)-Kloten - United States
Departure airport - City-Code	Zurich (Zürich)-Kloten - New York

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