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Cheapest round-trip
$587
Typical prices: $451-$745
Icelandair
Sun 10/4Sun 10/18
SEA - ZRH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$263
Typical prices: $388-$494
Icelandair
Sun 10/18
SEA - ZRH • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Zurich. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $503 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 33m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Zurich (SEA-ZRH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to Zurich that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Zurich

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18
Icelandair Logo
7:00 pm - 1:05 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
33h 05m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 8:40 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
15h 40m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$587Icelandair
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
Icelandair Logo
3:40 pm - 1:05 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
12h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 5:55 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 55m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$592Icelandair
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Condor Logo
6:05 pm - 3:35 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
12h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Condor Logo
7:40 am - 4:55 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
17h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$629Condor
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 16
Condor Logo
6:10 pm - 8:45 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
17h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Condor Logo
11:20 am - 4:00 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
13h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$644Condor
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:31 am - 10:20 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
16h 49m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 11:25 amZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
24h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
$684Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 7:40 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
18h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 1:45 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
26h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$686Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 10
SWISS Logo
3:30 pm - 3:30 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
15h 00m1 stop San Francisco
SWISS Logo
1:15 pm - 11:21 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
19h 06m1 stop San Francisco
$701SWISS
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 11
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1:16 pm - 3:30 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
17h 14m1 stop San Francisco
SWISS Logo
1:15 pm - 8:48 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
16h 33m1 stop San Francisco
$701SWISS
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 10
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 2:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
13h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 1:45 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
28h 20m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
$706Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 4:45 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ZRH Zurich
16h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 6:22 pmZRH  Zurich-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
17h 52m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Vancouver Intl
$716Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to Zurich flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to Zurich to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle to Zurich?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Seattle to Zurich departing in October.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Zurich from Seattle usually cost between $529 and $758 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $592 on Icelandair (Oct 12-Oct 19).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Zurich?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to Zurich is November, where tickets cost $512 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,084 and $956 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to Zurich?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to Zurich, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to Zurich

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on ZRH

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$263
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Seattle to Zurich

When to book flights from Seattle to Zurich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to Zurich based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Seattle to Zurich

  • Which is the best way to get downtown Zurich from Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

    A wide range of transportation options travels between downtown Zurich and Zurich Airport. S-Bahn offers a reliable and convenient means, taking about 10-15 minutes to cover the 7-mile distance. If you’re keen to enjoy sightseeing on your way to downtown Zurich, tram line 10 is handy, and you’ll get there in under 35 minutes.

  • Can I find car rentals at Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

    Nothing beats the convenience of exploring Zurich by car. To this end, numerous car hire companies to provide on-site services to their clients at ZRH. If you booked with Hertz car rental, look for its counter on the first floor of the Airport Shopping area. Reserve your car early to get affordable deals.

  • Where can I keep my luggage at Zurich Airport?

    Suppose you want to leave behind your suitcases and other bulky items as you venture the landmarks on your bucket list. In that case, you’ll find lockers next to the Service Center in car park 2 (level 1). Bear in that the maximum allowable time is three months.

  • Are there services for disabled passengers when they arrive at Zurich Airport?

    If you have mobility challenges, you’ll be happy to meet friendly airport and airline staff to assist you at critical points like customs and security. The airport, in collaboration with Goldair AAS Assistance AG, provides wheelchair assistance to disabled passengers.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seattle to Zurich?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to Zurich was $263 for a one-way ticket and $587 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Seattle and Zurich?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Seattle to Zurich?

    When flying out of Seattle you will be using Seattle/Tacoma Intl. You will be landing at Zurich, also known as Zurich.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Seattle to Zurich?

    United Airlines, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seattle to Zurich flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to Zurich?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seattle to Zurich flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Zurich?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and Zurich, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Zurich from Seattle?

    Reykjavik is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Seattle to Zurich.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seattle to Zurich, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to Zurich are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $741 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $923 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to Zurich?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to Zurich?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zurich from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to Zurich?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Zurich with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline. Booking your flights between Seattle and ZRH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to Zurich?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zurich from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to Zurich

  • Several accommodation options are within easy reach of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). If you’re scheduled to fly from SEA to Zurich early in the morning, consider spending a night in one of these facilities. Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center is a hotel that offers that kind of residence, as it provides a free shuttle to and from the airport.
  • You’ll find one Main Terminal at SEA, complemented by four concourses A, B, C, and D, alongside two satellite buildings: North and South Satellite Terminals. Ground transportation between the terminals is via trains. For instance, the blue line south train connects Concourses A and B to the South Satellite Terminal. On the other hand, the yellow line train links Concourse C to D.
  • Numerous airlines operate various lounges at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). You’ll find The Club at SEA, United Club, and Delta Sky Club in Concourse A. Members of the fast lane program receive priority clearance and access to these suites. Still, Economy class travelers can enjoy these amenities at a reduced cost.
  • You can conveniently travel with your furry friend from Seattle to Zurich as most airlines along this route are pet-friendly. If you’re flying aboard Delta Airlines, you can bring your dog into the cabin as long as it bears valid medical certificates. Remember to lock it in its cage throughout the journey so it doesn’t bother other passengers.
  • Families passing through SEA on their way to Zurich will be glad to note that the establishment offers lactation rooms at the disposal of mothers and their kids. These suites are handy for those who want to breastfeed in privacy. They're situated in Concourse N on the Mezzanine level.

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