£408 Cheap Flights from Shanghai (CSHA) to Zurich (ZRH)

Q: How much are return flights from Shanghai to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Zurich is £408. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Zurich?

14 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Zurich.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Zurich?

SWISS flies direct from Shanghai to Zurich.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Zurich?

As of June 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Zurich.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Zurich?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Zurich is usually June 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Zurich Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Zurich Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 12 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Zurich?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zurich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Zurich?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Zurich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zurich.£408 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £408, select.

Zurich.£413 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £413, select.

Zurich.£413 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £413, select.

Zurich.£414 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Zurich on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £414, select.

Zurich.£414 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £414, select.

Zurich.£415 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.

Zurich.£417 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Zurich on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Zurich.£428 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Zurich on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Shanghai to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

Shanghai to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£408
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	14 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	28

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

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Flying from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know

Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Zurich Airport flight is 14 hours 10 minutes.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Shanghai.
The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). You can pick from 6 direct services every week. SWISS operates a 10:10am departure between PVG and ZRH.
Your flight from Shanghai to ZRH won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leave from this terminal.
SWISS is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport taking off from PVG.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PVG and ZRH is SWISS.
SWISS shines when it comes to on-time performance. A reliable 80.0% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Shanghai to ZRH with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PVG and ZRH include:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kms (35 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
The drive from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kms (9 miles).
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to ZRH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Most flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Zurich Airport (ZRH)

If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Zurich Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

Zurich Airport to central Zurich is about 6 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

£222 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts at £408. These fares can change based on demand.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to ZRH.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Shanghai to Zurich Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to ZRH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Zurich. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Shanghai to ZRH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Zurich Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Zurich

After booking your flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zurich:
Your visit to Zurich should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.

Explore more of Switzerland

Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you should also see. About 177 kms (110 miles) south-west of Zurich, a visit to Lausanne will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 161 kms (100 miles) south of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.