There are most likely no direct flights on the Zurich — Tokyo route
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There are most likely no direct flights on the Zurich — Tokyo route
Zurich — Tokyo
08/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LX160
starting at $2,551
Zurich — Tokyo
09/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LX160
starting at $2,482
Zurich — Tokyo
09/14/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LX160
starting at $2,026
Zurich — Tokyo
01/13/2027
Departure
Direct flight
LX160
starting at $1,553
Zurich — Tokyo
04/07/2027
Departure
Direct flight
LX160
starting at $2,496
Zurich — Tokyo
08/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LX0160
starting at $1,820
Zurich — Tokyo
11/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LX160
starting at $2,736
starting at $514
starting at $493
starting at $512
starting at $536
starting at $541
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starting at $565
starting at $568
The route Zurich — Tokyo is served by many carriers — 8 in total, including Swiss International Air Lines, Vueling, LOT Polish Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Ethiopian Airlines, OpenSkies, and Aegean Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $493) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
The cheapest flight ticket from Zurich to Tokyo according to data for the last 48 hours costs $493
Often the best time to buy tickets from Zurich to Tokyo is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Zurich to Tokyo can be found flying in these months: September, August, November.
The fastest flights from Zurich to Tokyo start from 2 hours 30 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Zurich — Tokyo: Swiss International Air Lines
In different months, ticket prices from Zurich to Tokyo vary: minimum — $460 (September 2026), maximum — $619 (October 2026). Typically, the flight costs $546–$577.
Flight costs for Zurich — Tokyo fluctuate noticeably — prices go up and down. There's no clear trend, but we've analyzed the data and found some benchmarks.
Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is August 2026–September 2026 — averaging $475. The most expensive is April 2027–May 2027 ($592). The difference reaches 20%.
With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is August 2026–September 2026, where you can save up to 20%.
Price spread on this route is 10.9%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.
The cheapest one-way flight from Zurich to Tokyo departs on 08/26/2026, is operated by Vueling and costs $493
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Zurich to Tokyo departs on 11/17/2026, is operated by China Eastern Airlines and costs $843
Fastest flight from Zurich to Tokyo takes 1d 2h 30m
There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Su, Mo, We, and Sa
The distance between Zurich and Tokyo is 9577km (5938 miles). There are 8 direct flights from Zurich to Tokyo. The time difference between Zurich and Tokyo is 8h. Flights from Zurich begin at 1:05 PM. The latest flight from Zurich departs at 1:05 PM
Zurich Airport (ZRH) is Switzerland’s primary international gateway and a well-established hub for full-service carriers as well as efficient connections across Europe. Swiss International Air Lines typically dominates long-haul and regional routes, while low-cost and leisure airlines also operate seasonal services. The airport sits about 10–13 km north of Zurich’s city center; the frequent S-Bahn trains take roughly 10–15 minutes and are often the quickest option, with single fares generally in the modest range for Swiss public transport. Taxis and ride-shares can be 20–30 minutes depending on traffic and cost more. Pros: modern terminals, smooth transfers and reliable public links. Cons: Swiss-level costs can feel premium for budget travelers.
Tokyo is served primarily by two airports with distinct roles. Narita International (NRT) is the main long-haul gateway, typically handling most international carriers and full-service airlines; it can be perceived as mid-range to premium in price for long-haul tickets. Located about 60 km east of central Tokyo, Narita is reachable by Narita Express (about 60–80 minutes, ¥3,000–¥4,500), Keisei Skyliner (40–50 minutes, ¥2,500–¥3,500) and highway buses (90–120 minutes depending on traffic, ¥1,000–¥3,000). Pros: more international connections and wider amenities; cons: longer transfer times to the city. Haneda (HND) acts as Tokyo’s closer international and domestic hub, favored by many business travelers for its proximity. Haneda is roughly 14 km south of central Tokyo and is typically better for quick city access; travel options include the Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho (about 15–20 minutes, ¥500–¥700), Keikyu Line to Shinagawa (15–20 minutes, ¥300–¥600), and taxis (20–30 minutes, fares vary). It usually hosts both domestic low-cost and major full-service carriers and can be more convenient for short stays; downsides can be slightly higher ground transport fares by taxi and occasional congestion at peak times.
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