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

Direct flights from Hamburg International to Zurich

Hamburg International to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Hamburg to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM543
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week97

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Hamburg International to Zurich is RM544. 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.
1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Hamburg International to Zurich.
SWISS, Eurowings and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Hamburg International to Zurich.
As of July 2025, there are 97 flights per week flying from Hamburg International to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamburg International to Zurich is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamburg International Airport to Zurich Airport on Thursday, 16 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 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 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, Eurowings offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Hamburg and Zurich follow the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Flights from HAM to ZRH start at 06:05 — the first with Eurowings. The last service of the day is at 20:15 with SWISS. Overall, you can take your pick of 68 weekly Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HAM to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Eurowings has direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if your schedule allows.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Eurowings.

  • With a reliable 86.43% of services arriving as scheduled, Eurowings is the most punctual carrier offering HAM to ZRH flights.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between HAM and ZRH:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Right now, RM287 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM544. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HAM to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • November is the cheapest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HAM to ZRH.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg Airport, data shows 75.01% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Hamburg Airport from central Hamburg, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to HAM:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience more of Zurich and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

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

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to visit Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HAM to ZRH around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • You've done Zurich, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Travel around 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its top sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.

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