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$436 Find Cheap Flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$595
Typical prices: $777-$561
Icelandair
Tue 8/11Tue 9/1
ZRH - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$609
Typical prices: $889-$630
SWISS
Tue 6/30Tue 7/7
ZRH - JFK • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl (ZRH-JFK)

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

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Sep 1
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 10:05 pm
ZRH
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JFK
14h 05m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:05 pm
JFK
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ZRH
10h 35m
1 stop
$595Icelandair
Mon, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 30
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 10:05 pm
ZRH
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JFK
14h 05m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
11:10 pm - 1:05 pm
JFK
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ZRH
31h 55m
1 stop
$597Icelandair
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:35 pm
ZRH
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JFK
11h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 2:20 pm
JFK
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ZRH
10h 35m
1 stop
$598Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
ITA Airways Logo
7:05 pm - 1:15 pm
ZRH
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JFK
24h 10m
1 stop
ITA Airways Logo
9:10 pm - 10:05 am
JFK
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ZRH
30h 55m
1 stop
$599ITA Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 7:20 pm
ZRH
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JFK
11h 20m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:05 pm
JFK
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ZRH
10h 35m
1 stop
$600Icelandair
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 11
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 7:20 pm
ZRH
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JFK
11h 20m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:05 pm
JFK
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ZRH
10h 35m
1 stop
$601Icelandair
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 7:20 pm
ZRH
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JFK
11h 20m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:05 pm
JFK
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ZRH
10h 35m
1 stop
$602Icelandair
Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 5:00 pm
ZRH
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JFK
12h 35m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 7:40 pm
JFK
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ZRH
18h 45m
1 stop
$603Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Jun 29 - Mon, Nov 9
ITA Airways Logo
7:20 am - 1:55 pm
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JFK
12h 35m
1 stop
ITA Airways Logo
9:15 pm - 6:15 pm
JFK
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ZRH
15h 00m
1 stop
$604ITA Airways
Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 4
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 3:40 pm
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JFK
24h 10m
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5:10 pm - 12:40 pm
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13h 30m
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$605Scandinavian Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport back to Zurich, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $567 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $873 and $736 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $756 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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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.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

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 seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$436
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
Flight from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $436 for a one-way ticket and $595 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Zurich and New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    On your way to New York John F Kennedy Airport, you’ll fly out from Zurich. You’ll be landing at New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route: SWISS, United Airlines, Delta, Lufthansa, Sun Country Air, Air France, and KLM.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Zurich and New York John F Kennedy Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Zurich to New York, Delta or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Zurich to New York are Delta and SWISS. With an average price for the route of $773 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $672 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Zurich 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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Zurich with another airline. Booking your flights between Zurich and JFK 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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from Zurich 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 Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $738 or less one-way and $716 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Tuesday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Wednesday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Thursday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Friday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Saturday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Sunday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Zurich

Monday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Tuesday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Wednesday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Thursday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Friday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Saturday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

Sunday

Delta,SWISS

Delta,SWISS

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Zurich to New York. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Zurich to John F Kennedy Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8452 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
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Seats were comfortable, 8 hours. One flight attendant was not appropriate in his verbal response: "Please, DON'T touch me.", after being tapped near his elbow after being made unaware he skipped serving me & had passed further down the aisle.

10.0 ExcellentVictor, May 2026
MXP - JFK
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Seats were comfortable, 8 hours. One flight attendant was not appropriate in his verbal response: "Please, DON'T touch me.", after being tapped near his elbow after being made unaware he skipped serving me & had passed further down the aisle.

The baggage belt was not updated on the Delta App and was displayed on the wrong belt board. Was not expecting this to happen.

Landed without a gate ready. Plane is extremely old and dirty.

Wonderful crew, great movie selection and good food. I prefer Airbus to Boeing, much more comfortable

Got to fly my favorite plane, the Boeing 767-400ER, to Milan. The soft blush pink mood lighting during meal service was very beautiful and gorgeous. The service was top-notch, and our flights were on time. I highly recommend Delta.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Air travel sucks. It continues to be awful for all airlines. No shame on delta alone.

Delta canceled our flight and we had to scramble to find another airline to get home. Phoenix is not a delta hub so they didn’t have another plane. It would have been a red eye though Salt Lake City. Getting in at 5am. No bueno.

I went to washroom twice and once there was no toilet seat cover and the other no toilet paper at all. I don't think it was ever replenished or checked before we boarded as it was very early on in the flight.

Best service we’ve ever experienced! Special thanks to the crew member who took care of us throughout the journey. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We love Swiss Air!

The boarding of this flight was total chaos. For some reason, all passengers had to stand in a lengthy line at the gate to have our passports checked for the FOURTH time. No reason was offered for the necessity of the fourth re-check, and when we got to the end of the line, the check was perfunctory. There was little to no crowd control at the gate and in some cases, tempers were flaring. On the other hand, once we got on board, everything about this flight from start to finish, especially the quality of the food and the service, was probably the best I have ever experienced..

Boarding was very chaotic, we had to stand in two different lines that were not clearly marked, and the announcements were not understandable from the microphones, and we speak both German and English. We paid Kayak $120+ for seat assignments when we purchased our tickets but when we printed our boarding passes, suddenly we had been changed to 16 rows further back than our assigned seats we paid for. The seats we were assigned to on our boarding passes had no usable overhead bins and so we had to sit with our carry on backpacks underneath our feet in an already crowded space. One video/entertainment screen kept crashing and thus was useless for viewing anything. It was not an enjoyable flight.

The biggest plus point of this flight is that the crew was very friendly. Otherwise on European sectors, the Business class seats are a joke and there is no entertainment of any kind. The staff should be trained to greet the Star Alliance Gold members to make them feel special.

The seat and leg room is small on the 2 seated row. Otherwise, very good crew and service.

Entertainment sounds were not good. Otherwise everything else was good.

Business class seating in Swiss really is just Economy seating minus the middle passenger

No choice of food was given, and I was served leftovers, so they were returned back. the crew is unfriendly and harsh. Need to be trained on communication.

Great flight. I didn't watch the entertainment. I used my iPad the whole flight. But, staff was great, smooth flight, comfortable seat (business seat 7A) and food was really good (I'm a vegetarian).

The flight was very nice but the food selection for the people in the last rows was limited to vegetarian meals only. I think vegetarian meal should not be offered as a main selection.

Seats very comfortable; service efficient and pleasant; flight was on-time; boarding organized.

Flight crew was super friendly and helpful. Food was frequent and honestly pretty good. Plenty of on-board entertainment. Economy seats are super cramped for such a long flight, but the crew allowed people to get up and stretch, and kids could wander with their parents, so we all made it work. Overall a very good experience.

My food prefer was confirmed by email 2x and still the crew claim they had no pre-order. I taken ill while in India so I needed to avoid Indian sauces and spices, so the problem with the preorder was unacceptable. Additionally, is there a new rule to automatically not to disturb passengers? I would like this as an option. Lastly, for breakfast I needed to avoid Indian and I’m allergic to eggs.. therefore the only option was pancakes and guess what was not available!!!

It was a really seamless flight and the entertainment selection was excellent.

Business class would have been better , poor quality blanket , services

Flights were on time actually early service was good and crew cheerful

Food was awful. TV didn’t work for long haul flight and my husband needed credit. Staff was nice and did their best but overall conditions were very uncomfortable.

No meal service to the back of the plane as it started late or was too slow to get it out before it was time to land.

In general, flight attendants were not very welcoming. Because of delays in departure and luggage handling, we missed our connecting flight. Offered a later flight on standby but available seats were then taken by 4 or 5 airline crew so slept at airport and got home next day. I am a frequent traveler, and this experience was the worst.

I could not get the wifi to work. But like the screen on the seats.

The Check-in process at CDG was confusing and the crew was not helpful. But the flight was on-time and that is most important to me.

At least one soda free, felt like I was nickeled to death.

Friendly flight crew. Airplane (757) configured as a domestic flight (no lie-flat seats) & no advanced meal selection.

The Icelandair crew was so kind!!! Thank you for making my first trip to Paris a great one!

I am not going to fillo this out for each leg of my trip. My first review holds for the experience

The movie choices were poor. The worst problem is the treatment of passengers durinng pre-boarding. In one case the primes were checked in and sent down the boarding tunnek only to stand waiting there while the plane is cleaned. In the second case the bus was loaded, the doors closed and just stood there unmoving like sardeines in a tin for over TEN minutes. In both cases it was rough on us old guys who find standing for long periods trying.. In other words, Donnt just stack us up and forget us.

The most uncomfortable seat i’ve ever had on a flight

Waiting area on top of stairs before Boarding the bus wasn’t great. Took a long time to load the bus to gate.

The real reason why the flying experience with Icelandair ---was mediocre was because of not being able to enter DC airspace yesterday evening. This obviously was out of your control and do realize this is a safety issue. I did notice---that everything was being done to get us to Washington Dulles and we did arrive at Dulles SAFELY with just a 4 hour delay. Thank you!

The staff was kind and helpful. There was no food, and you needed to bring your own earphones to use the entertainment, which I didn’t know.

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