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Cheapest round-trip
$709
Typical prices: $898-$1,491
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/30Mon 12/10
ZRH - HKG • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,286
Typical prices: $1,453-$1,782
Cathay Pacific
Thu 1/4Sun 1/28
ZRH - HKG • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with SWISS and Cathay Pacific. Average duration is 11h 43m
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Most punctual • 97% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $652 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Hong Kong (ZRH-HKG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to Hong Kong

Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 10
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 pm - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 pm - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Dec 4
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 pm - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Dec 3
Etihad Airways Logo
10:30 am - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 30
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 pm - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
Etihad Airways Logo
10:30 am - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
Etihad Airways Logo
10:30 am - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 6:10 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
29h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 pm - 8:40 amZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$709Etihad Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
SWISS Logo
10:30 pm - 5:35 pmZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
12h 05mnonstop
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11:30 pm - 6:10 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
13h 40mnonstop
$1,314SWISS
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
SWISS Logo
10:30 pm - 5:35 pmZRH  Zurich-HKG Hong Kong Intl
12h 05mnonstop
SWISS Logo
11:30 pm - 6:10 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-ZRH Zurich
13h 40mnonstop
$1,314SWISS
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Price, demand and travel trends for Zurich to Hong Kong flights

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

Round-trip flights from Zurich to Hong Kong typically range from $898 to $1,491. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $709, on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Hong Kong. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Hong Kong?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Hong Kong at $963 round-trip.
•November ($1,286) and December ($1,253) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Hong Kong the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Hong Kong are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Zurich to Hong Kong

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Cathay Pacific

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on SWISS and 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.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on HKG

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Zurich to Hong Kong flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$366
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 13% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Zurich to Hong Kong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:55 am and lands at 11:38 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 10:13 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 43m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Zurich to Hong Kong:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Hong Kong?

    A nonstop flight from Zurich to Hong Kong takes 11h 43m, covering 5,762 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zurich to Hong Kong?

    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 Hong Kong flight?

    Round-trip flights from Zurich to Hong Kong range from $898 to $1,491, with an average of $1,097 over the past 12 months. Anything below $898 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Zurich to Hong Kong flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $1,097 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $652 round-trip via Madrid Barajas (MAD), compared to $1,583 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$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 Hong Kong?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS and Thai Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Hong Kong flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Zurich to Hong Kong flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Zurich to Hong Kong flights:

    • Cathay Pacific
    • SWISS

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Hong Kong are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $663.

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

    Flights from Zurich to Hong Kong usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

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

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Hong Kong route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 26m.

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

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

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Zurich to Hong Kong. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $966 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,281, a difference of $315.

    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 Hong Kong?

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

    • SWISS
    • Cathay Pacific

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 07m, compared with 16h 13m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 47m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong is 7 hours ahead of Zurich (Hong Kong Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Hong Kong?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hong Kong are Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, King's Park and AsiaWorld-Expo. These are among the most viewed places in Hong Kong on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Zurich to Hong Kong flights:

    • Cathay Pacific: offers free seat selection
    • SWISS: offers extra legroom; 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 Hong Kong flights?

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

    • Cathay Pacific: 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 Hong Kong 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $966, about $315 less than Friday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Hong Kong trip for August. Fares historically average $963 round-trip in that month - typically $323 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with SWISS. Over the past three months, 97% of SWISS flights from Zurich to Hong Kong arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 26m, 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 Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $652 round-trip on this route - about $931 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 Hong Kong Intl Airport.

    • Regal Airport Hotel
    • Hong Kong Skycity Marriott Hotel
    • Regala Skycity Hotel by Regal Hotels

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Hong Kong?

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

Direct departures

Zurich to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Friday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

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Direct returns

Hong Kong Intl to Zurich

Monday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Friday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

Cathay Pacific,SWISS

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