Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

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Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,459. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zurich.R 1,544 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,544, select.

Zurich.R 1,561 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,561, select.

Zurich.R 1,639 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,639, select.

Zurich.R 1,658 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,658, select.

Zurich.R 1,658 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,658, select.

Zurich.R 1,824 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,824, select.

Zurich.R 1,830 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,830, select.

Zurich.R 1,832 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,832, select.

Zurich.R 1,832 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Air Dolomiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Dolomiti departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,832, select.

Zurich.R 1,836 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,836, select.

Zurich.R 1,852 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,852, select.

Zurich.R 1,950 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,950, select.

Zurich.R 2,105 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,105, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

Frankfurt am Main to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

Frankfurt to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,544
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	56 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	315

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich is R 2,377. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

56 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich.

Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

Lufthansa, SWISS and United fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich.

How many flights are there a week from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

As of July 2026, there are 315 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport on Thursday, 17 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 56 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zurich?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zurich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Zurich?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich with?

Currently, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
Flights from FRA to ZRH start at 06:15 — the first with Condor. The latest departure is at 20:45 with SWISS. In total, you can take your pick of 87 weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
Your FRA to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport. When you're ready to start your Zurich adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Switzerland:
Lufthansa is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air Dolomiti is the most punctual carrier that operates FRA to ZRH flights, with 79.87% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FRA and ZRH:
- Dusseldorf International Airport
- Stuttgart Airport
- Luxembourg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

At the moment, R 1,546 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,377. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from FRA to ZRH by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from FRA to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

Of the departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt am Main Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near FRA:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you're catching a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 10 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zurich in March.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FRA to ZRH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Switzerland

Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
If you're ready to explore another side of Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum are key highlights.