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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $214-$365
easyJet
Thu 11/1Sat 11/3
ZRH - HAM • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$198
Typical prices: $217-$368
Eurowings
Sun 12/9Tue 12/11
ZRH - HAM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with SWISS and Eurowings. Average duration is 1h 29m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
SWISS
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $215 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 4h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Hamburg (ZRH-HAM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to Hamburg

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:30 pm - 12:30 pmZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
15h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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3:00 pm - 7:40 amHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
16h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$197easyJet
Thu, Feb 4 - Fri, Feb 19
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8:15 am - 2:30 pmZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
6h 15m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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3:00 pm - 9:20 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
6h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$197easyJet
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:15 pm - 11:20 amZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
15h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
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8:15 pm - 7:35 amHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
11h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$197easyJet
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 11
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3:45 pm - 5:10 pmZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
1h 25mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:30 amHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
1h 20mnonstop
$198Eurowings
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:45 am - 11:10 amZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
1h 25mnonstop
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6:05 pm - 7:25 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
1h 20mnonstop
$200Eurowings
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:45 am - 11:10 amZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
1h 25mnonstop
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6:05 pm - 7:25 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
1h 20mnonstop
$201Eurowings
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Condor Logo
8:00 am - 11:05 amZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
3h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:50 pm - 8:55 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
4h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$225Condor
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 29
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11:20 am - 4:00 pmZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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11:00 am - 3:20 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
4h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$228Condor
Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 14
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7:00 am - 8:35 amZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
1h 35mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 9:35 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
1h 25mnonstop
$231SWISS
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:30 pm - 6:00 pmZRH  Zurich-HAM Hamburg
1h 30mnonstop
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11:00 am - 12:25 pmHAM  Hamburg-ZRH Zurich
1h 25mnonstop
$256SWISS
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Price, demand and travel trends for Zurich to Hamburg flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Zurich to Hamburg typically range from $214 to $365. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $197, on easyJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Hamburg?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Hamburg. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Hamburg?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Hamburg at $244 round-trip.
•May ($323) and June ($306) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Hamburg the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Hamburg are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Zurich to Hamburg flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$115
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 12% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Hamburg

When to book flights from Zurich to Hamburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to Hamburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Zurich to Hamburg flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Zurich to Hamburg?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Hamburg:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:55 am and lands at 8:24 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 10:04 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 29m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Zurich to Hamburg?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Zurich to Hamburg:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Hamburg?

    A nonstop flight from Zurich to Hamburg takes 1h 29m, covering 431 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zurich to Hamburg?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Zurich to Hamburg flight?

    Round-trip flights from Zurich to Hamburg range from $214 to $365, with an average of $282 over the past 12 months. Anything below $214 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Zurich to Hamburg flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the $282 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Zurich to Hamburg?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $215 round-trip via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), compared to $285 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Zurich to Hamburg?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $11–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Zurich to Hamburg?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet and Eurowings. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Zurich to Hamburg spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Hamburg flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Zurich to Hamburg looking right now?

    One-way fares from Zurich to Hamburg are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $121, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Hamburg Airport (HAM)?

    Hamburg Airport (HAM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Flex To Go
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Alamo
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Zurich to Hamburg?

    Flights from Zurich to Hamburg usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Hamburg (HAM).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Zurich to Hamburg?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Zurich to Hamburg?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Hamburg route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 27m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Zurich to Hamburg pass through?

    One-stop flights from Zurich to Hamburg most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Zurich to Hamburg?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Zurich to Hamburg. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $242 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $310, a difference of $68.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Zurich to Hamburg?

    2 airlines operate flights between Zurich and Hamburg. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • SWISS
    • Eurowings

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Zurich to Hamburg?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 4h 22m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 5h via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

  • What popular places can I visit in Hamburg?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hamburg are Congress Center Hamburg, Hamburg Messe and Congress and Friedhof Ohlsdorf. These are among the most viewed places in Hamburg on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Zurich to Hamburg flights?

    Among airlines operating Zurich to Hamburg flights:

    • Eurowings: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • SWISS: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Zurich to Hamburg flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Eurowings: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Zurich to Hamburg flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $242, about $68 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Hamburg trip for November. Fares historically average $244 round-trip in that month - typically $79 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with SWISS. Over the past three months, 82% of SWISS flights from Zurich to Hamburg arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 27m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $215 round-trip on this route - about $70 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hamburg Airport.

    • B&b Hotel Hamburg-airport
    • Motel One Hamburg-Airport
    • Best Western Premier Alsterkrug Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Hamburg?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to Hamburg Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to Hamburg

Monday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Tuesday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Wednesday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Thursday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Friday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Saturday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Sunday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

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Direct returns

Hamburg to Zurich

Monday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Tuesday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Wednesday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Thursday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Friday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Saturday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

Sunday

Eurowings,SWISS

Eurowings,SWISS

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