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Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zurich.R 4,525 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,525, select.
Zurich.R 4,765 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,765, select.
Zurich.R 4,779 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,779, select.
Zurich.R 5,037 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,037, select.
Zurich.R 5,197 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,197, select.
Zurich.R 5,440 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,440, select.
Zurich.R 5,840 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,840, select.
Zurich.R 11,008 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,008, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from R 4,525
Apr
from R 5,440
May
from R 4,779
Jun
from R 4,765
Jul
from R 11,008
Aug
from R 5,197
Sep
from R 5,840
Oct
from R 5,037
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Raleigh / Durham to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

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Friedrichshafen

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Mulhouse

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Basel Mulhouse Freiburg

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Durham to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,525
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich is R 8,078. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,111.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Zurich is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zurich Airport on Saturday, 18 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham Airport and Zurich Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, Icelandair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Zurich is five hours ahead of Durham and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RDU to ZRH flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RDU and ZRH:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • Logan International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 4,525. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 8,111. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to ZRH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from RDU to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RDU land at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.

  • Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Reserve a hotel near ZRH if you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Zurich and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Zurich Airport around 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 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zurich. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • Book your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to visit Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to ZRH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Durham to Zurich

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