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Flight deals from Zurich to Vancouver International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,296. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.R 6,167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,167, select.
Vancouver.R 6,847 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,847, select.
Vancouver.R 7,570 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,570, select.
Vancouver.R 8,078 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,078, select.
Vancouver.R 8,347 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,347, select.
Vancouver.R 8,525 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,525, select.
Vancouver.R 8,535 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,535, select.
Vancouver.R 8,538 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Sun, 25 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,538, select.
Vancouver.R 8,538 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,538, select.
Vancouver.R 8,538 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,538, select.
Vancouver.R 8,850 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,850, select.
Vancouver.R 9,573 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,573, select.
Vancouver.R 19,770 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 19,770, select.
Vancouver.R 28,302 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Zurich on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 28,302, select.
Vancouver.R 29,476 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Zurich on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 29,476, select.
Vancouver.R 29,502 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 29,502, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Vancouver International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Vancouver International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 8,850
Aug
from R 6,847
Sep
from R 6,167
Oct
from R 8,078
Nov
from R 8,535
Dec
from R 8,525
Jan
from R 8,538
Feb
from R 7,570
Mar
from R 8,538
Apr
from R 8,538
May
from R 8,347
Jun
from R 9,573

Direct flights from Zurich to Vancouver International

Zurich to Vancouver International: Alternative routes

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

Vancouver Coal Harbour

3km from central Vancouver
Closest
from R 9,278
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Vancouver International

10km from central Vancouver
Cheapest
from R 6,167
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Sechelt

52km from central Vancouver
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Ganges Harbor

54km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo

60km from central Vancouver
from R 12,389
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Nanaimo Harbour

61km from central Vancouver
from R 11,421
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Abbotsford

61km from central Vancouver
from R 8,895
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Zurich to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,167
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time10 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineEdelweiss Air
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Vancouver International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Vancouver International is R 8,892. 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.
10 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Vancouver International.
Edelweiss Air, SWISS and Air Canada fly direct from Zurich to Vancouver International.
As of July 2026, there are 18 flights per week flying from Zurich to Vancouver International.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Vancouver International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 20 minutes.
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 Vancouver International 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 Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Condor and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver International.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Zurich.

  • Flights from ZRH to YVR start from 13:15 — the earliest with Edelweiss Air. The last service of the day is at 13:30 with Edelweiss Air. In total, you can choose from three weekly Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to YVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Edelweiss air offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Vancouver — and maybe even more of Canada if time allows.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with edelweiss air on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Right now, R 6,167 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,892. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ZRH to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ZRH to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • 76% of flights departing from Zurich Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • If you have a late Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and discover more of Vancouver and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance.

Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver

  • Vancouver International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to YVR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Canada

  • Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Green Timbers Urban Forest, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Surrey Art Gallery.

  • Victoria is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Craigdarroch Castle.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.