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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Zurich (DTW-ZRH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Zurich

Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 21
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10:08 am - 9:40 amDTW-ZRH
17h 32m2 stops
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8:25 pm - 9:42 pmZRH-DTW
31h 17m3 stops
Tue, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 20
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8:30 pm - 1:05 pmDTW-ZRH
10h 35m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 7:20 pmZRH-DTW
11h 20m1 stop
$552Icelandair
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Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 26
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9:55 am - 6:10 amDTW-ZRH
14h 15m1 stop
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12:40 pm - 9:26 pmZRH-DTW
14h 46m1 stop
$587Air Canada
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Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 26
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9:55 am - 6:10 amDTW-ZRH
14h 15m1 stop
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12:40 pm - 10:24 amZRH-DTW
27h 44m2 stops
$594Air Canada
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Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 21
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4:27 pm - 10:35 amDTW-ZRH
12h 08m1 stop
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10:10 am - 12:54 amZRH-DTW
20h 44m1 stop
$602Delta
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Sat, Aug 2 - Fri, Aug 22
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8:35 pm - 6:30 amDTW-ZRH
27h 55m1 stop
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11:55 am - 11:59 pmZRH-DTW
18h 04m1 stop
$604United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 21
United Airlines Logo
10:32 am - 6:10 amDTW-ZRH
13h 38m1 stop
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11:55 am - 10:22 pmZRH-DTW
16h 27m2 stops
$606United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 21
Delta Logo
2:24 pm - 10:25 amDTW-ZRH
14h 01m2 stops
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10:10 am - 11:27 pmZRH-DTW
19h 17m1 stop
$621Delta
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Tue, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 25
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6:15 pm - 5:25 pmDTW-ZRH
17h 10m2 stops
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12:50 pm - 4:46 pmZRH-DTW
33h 56m2 stops
$659Lufthansa
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Mon, Aug 4 - Fri, Aug 29
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6:15 pm - 8:05 pmDTW-ZRH
19h 50m2 stops
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8:15 am - 2:10 pmZRH-DTW
11h 55m1 stop
$676Lufthansa
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Zurich flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Zurich?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Zurich on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Detroit to Zurich. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich is November, where tickets cost $592 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,249 and $1,023 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
High seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$301
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Zurich

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

  • Which airlines offer special diets on flights from Detroit to Zurich?

    Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa and Swiss International Air Lines offer special dietary including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free and kosher meals options on flights from Detroit to Zurich. When booking your flight, it is recommended to inform the airline about your dietary requirements in advance to ensure they can accommodate your needs.

  • How convenient are flights from Detroit to Zurich to persons with reduced mobility?

    All airlines flying from Detroit to Zurich have pet-friendly policies, which make it easier for pet lovers to fly with their pets. Most of these airlines, including Delta, SWISS, and Lufthansa, allow pets in cabin provide they their combined weight together with the carrier does not exceed 20 lbs.

  • Can I upgrade to first class after booking economy for flight from Detroit to Zurich?

    Whether you can upgrade your ticket from Detroit to Zurich depends on the airline's policies, availability, and specific fare rules. Delta and SWISS offer a chance of upgrading from economy to first class through their Delta One service and SWISS Upgrade Bargain. They offer upgrade method such as purchasing an upgrade with cash or miles, bidding for an upgrade through their Delta SkyMiles program for Delta Airlines or using complimentary upgrades for elite frequent flyer members.

  • Which airline has the best carry-on policy for flights from Detroit to Zurich?

    The best policy can depend on your specific needs and preferences. Carry on policies depend on airlines. Delta Air Lines allows passengers traveling in economy class on flights from Detroit to Zurich to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. The carry-on bag should not exceed the dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches while Swiss International Air Lines permits a carry-on bag of dimensions 21.7 x 15.7 x 9 inches.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich was $301 for a one-way ticket and $546 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Detroit and on arrival in Zurich.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Zurich?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Zurich, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Zurich are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $915 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $822 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Zurich.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zurich from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich

  • Flights from Detroit to Zurich make either one stop or two stops along the way depending on the airline you choose. For instance, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Netherlands serve as the layover airport for flights by Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Other common layover airports along this route include Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in France an Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in Germany.
  • Different airlines have specific policies regarding seating and fees for children and infants. These policies can vary depending on the airline and the specific route. Delta SWIS, and Lufthansa offer a discounted fare for flights, from Detroit to Zurich route. A ticket must be purchased for children aged two and above and they will have their own seat.
  • Less popular routes for flights from Detroit to Zurich are those that do not have direct flights. Therefore, you can pay less by traveling from Detroit to Zurich via a European Hub or the major cities like London, Paris or Geneva. Depending on your flexibility you can consider flying to Zurich Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) or Geneva Airport (GVA) instead if ZHR and the connect to Zurich by bus.
  • Booking Delta or SWISS for your travel from Detroit to Zurich is advantageous because these airlines have DTW as of their hubs. Their high number of daily flights increases your chances of finding a flight that works with your schedule.
  • Delta, Lufthansa, and SWISS committed to carbon-neutral growth and have invested in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects. They are also working to reduce waste, recycle materials and minimize single-use plastics on board their flights.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Zurich

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Zurich. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 7963 reviews
7.9Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
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I like for how they process during check in. It was very smoothly.

10.0 ExcellentAbdulla, Jun 2025CMH - JFK
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I like for how they process during check in. It was very smoothly.

The flight was scheduled for 2:30 PM. Early in the morning we got a text message saying the flight was delayed and rescheduled for 3:00 PM. We got to the airport with that in mind. Then we got a message during check-in at the flight was rescheduled again for 2:30 PM. We almost missed our flight. In fact, our bags Were told that they would not make it. At the end, everything worked out. But it is very stressful.

Overall, aside from the baggage issue, it was as good as one expects.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

I want to single out flight attendant Mitch who was in the Premium Economy section. When my wife’s hearing aide dropped through the cushion under the seat he was able to locate it and return it to her. Food was a different matter. Dinner was fine. Breakfast was another matter. They had a yogurt dish that the ran out of and the alternative was not very good according to those we talked to.

Excellent check-in. Crew was good. Excellent communication from flight deck.

Great overall. There was a bit of turbulence so they could only serve water because too much turbulence for the carts. Was glad they prioritized safety though

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

Flight was delayed long enough that I was misding my connecting flight. The agents could not get me on a comparable flight, nor could they get me s Main Cabin seat I had paid for, nor could they get me on a comparable connecting flight. The gate agent would not issue meal vouchers, even though I was delayed over six hours! I had to spend over an hour and 15 minutes with customer service on the phone to See if they could get me on a better flight and get a meal voucher. Customer service was not helpful enough in trying to find alternate flights and it Ended up taking me 24 hours for a 12 hour trip!! Delta does not provide upgrades NOR will they even give you a pass for a few hours to their lounge. They claim that they do not issue daily passes to their lounge anymore. I call BS since this would be no extra cost to them to provide excellent customer service and give you a few hours to relax in comfort when you’re sitting in a crowded airport and your flight has been screwed up for that many hours.

Great service. Flight was delayed while we sat on the runway for a couple of hours. Weather related. Staff made is very bearable. The steward servicing the first class cabin was exceptional. Thank you! 💗

Gate agent did not hold flight for connection, provided no assistance to get new flight

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

Boarding experience was smooth. Flight attendants were friendly and helpful. Entertainment system on the Houston-Edmonton flight did not function for passengers on the left side of the aisle. On the bird's eye flight from Quito to Houston, they should not serve a meal. No one needs to eat after midnight and it is disturbing for those passengers trying to sleep.

it was so bad. I tried to board my flight from vancouver to saskatoon. And to my surprise they did not board me cause the flight was changed and no email was send to me. and on my boarding pass which i got from seattle says different flight. I did not knew anyone from Vancouver, air canada crew was rude, i asked for today flight but they were rude and i had early morning dental appointment in saskatoon. I was so much in pain and my whole day is wasted today. and i suffered alot. They did provide me hotel but they did not provide me any food. I am really really disappointed first time had so bad experience with air canada. I may think twice to book it again. If i can get any reply or any composition that would be great. Thanks

It was fine, definitely older planes with no charging or anything. There’s no entertainment set up on board, but it is nice that they allow you to access the in flight entertainment from your phone without having to pay for the Wi-Fi and they do offer free texting.

Terrible. Out flight was delayed for 21 (twenty one) hours. United is a joke.

Boarding was mayhem. Late boarding by 15 minutes because of lack of staff (missing 1 flight attendant. We had to wait for an arrival of another plane before we could board). Flight was a little rough, but cannot blame on airlines.

Impressed with the service despite turbulence because of the weather. Both flights arrived before their scheduled times.

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

Flight was delayed but the real issue is how long we sat after boarding. Space very limited for an overnight flight and seatbacks didn’t recline so it was almost impossible to sleep.

The staff made sure I was comfortable, moved me to a better seat with more leg room

Easy boarding and comfortable seating were plusses. Enjoyed the experience and good service from the captain and crew. Many thanks...!

Somehow, my booking was under my preferred name instead of my legal name so they almost didn’t let me board the plane at LAX. This problem should have been notified to me when I was still in Toronto.

Great overall. Quick boarding, attentive staff - great experience in premium class.

When arriving over 2 hours early to check k in at Charlotte airport I was told I would have to check my carry on ? Apparently the flight was full and may not be room. I was not given a choice and the agent was quite unpleasant about it. I am a senior amd was not comfortable me having to worry about my bag being lost vut it didn’t seem to bother him. There were lots and lots of people of all ages in line when we boarded with carryons and most larger than mine .the rest of my journey was pleasant vut this was totally unacceptable.

The layover was 6 PLUS hours and we were only given a $15.00 voucher. We missed our first activity in Quebec due to the delay.

Miserable staff as it was a late/delayed flight and crew wasn’t in the best spirits. Completely understood as neither was most of the passengers. Still unacceptable l.

Or the greatest and it ended up picking us up from Chicago to Toronto not sure who was tesponsible for the 4 hr delay. United should have been properly prepared for a scheduled flight from Austin to Chicago and they were not.

It was a short flight, and no entertainment. That was not a problem for us, but there is no option for "not applicable". There was a bit of turbulence, so there was no food service.

Comfort of seats is not good. Like sitting on a rock for 6 hours. Also no in flight food and limited beverages unless you pay is not nice. Need flight to be dark during the “night” but attendants don’t ask for shades to be lowered..

Seats in premier saga class were narrow and hard. Very uncomfortable for a 5-hour flight.

Iceland airlines doesn't provide any meal on flight to and from New York, except water and soda. Airline over charge for checking in luggage. I'm really upset. If there is option to use another company, I suggest to other people use them.

For an economy lite experience, it's by far the best I've had. New planes, clean, great destinations. Very happy to have discovered Iceland Air.

Good. Lacking overhead bin space. No food offered but you can order online or in flight and pay for snacks.

No food was served for 7.5 hrs flight. When our flight changed to other airlines due to wether issue, our seats booked with no checked in luggage when I already payed for. We end up to pay 90 euro per suitcase.

The flights were in time and the bags arrived. well done

Only serving 2 small coffee in 7.5 hrs flight with very limited choice to order food.

Booked with Kayak… Economy Class it said. I had filtered for 1 checked bag. Get to boarding and it says I have Economy Light w/ no checked bags. $136 each way for baggage now. Do not use smartfares.com. Very misleading and a terrible start to this trip.

Overall good. I was surprised how easy it was to get from plain to plain in such a short time. Food choices were not so great and quite expensive. Entertainment was ok. Flights were smooth.

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Flight was 1.5 hours late to depart so changed flights to Swiss Air.

The United Airlines crew that operated this flight was subpar. They didn’t

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

Checkin took along timen only.few angents available at.checkin desk. Customer support over phone no existence

At baggage claim, I was given the wrong printed ticket. The ticket belonged to another passenger for a different flight — to Zurich instead of Frankfurt (layover). I was even allowed to pass security, and when I asked the Lufthansa employee if I was on the correct flight, and why it was changed. The employee said everything was correct and I should board. When I got on the plane, there was someone in my seat, and the crew on the plane finally realized that I was on the wrong plane. When I got off the plane, nobody was willing to help, and the security refused to provide my original printed ticket. That was until I showed them that I took a photo of the ticket; once they realized I had photographic evidence, they were suddenly ready to help me. The Lufthansa employee began communicating with other airlines and found a flight that would take me to my destination via Polish Airlines. I was required to once again go through security, re-check my bag, and once again pay for my checked bag and weight overage fees. This experience was incredibly stressful and very frustrating, as you can imagine. A Lufthansa employee told me I would be eligible for a refund. Please tell me what steps I need to take in order to make that happen. Thank you!

The row of seats were so cramped it was difficult to get in and out of your seat. I even upgraded. A long flight and sad accommodations 😵‍💫 the shorter flight was very comfortable and the seating was spacious

I bought a ticket and paid for for our luggage but I had to pay for my luggage again. I’m so disappointed! We had a 30 min delay and because of that we missed our connecting flight and were told that we would be on the next flight (9am flight ) but we were landed we were booked at 12pm flight. I had a little baby w me, it was very stressful. I begged to leave at 10 am at least. I was emailed that we get a voucher but they didn’t work when we were at a breakfast store. I’ve been always happy w Lufthansa but this time was awful.

Good service … bus transfer upon arrival from plane to terminal: atrocious!!!

helpful and friendly. The Lufthanza people I dealt with before my holiday were so unhelpful by comparison.

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