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Frankfurt.176 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Mar, returning Sun, 30 Mar.Return flight with easyJet and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Sat, 29 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt Hahn.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 176 €, select.

Frankfurt.183 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 10 Apr.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 10 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.

Frankfurt.183 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.

Frankfurt.183 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.

Frankfurt.183 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.

Frankfurt.183 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.

Frankfurt.184 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Thu, 1 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 184 €, select.

Frankfurt.186 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Zurich on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 186 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Frankfurt

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

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Zurich to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	176 €
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	1 hr, 4 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	233

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Frankfurt?

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Frankfurt Hahn.

How much are return flights from Zurich to Frankfurt?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Frankfurt is 176 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Frankfurt?

1 hour and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Frankfurt.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Frankfurt?

Lufthansa, SWISS and United fly direct from Zurich to Frankfurt.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Frankfurt?

As of March 2025, there are 233 flights per week flying from Zurich to Frankfurt.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Frankfurt?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Frankfurt is usually March 2025.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Frankfurt?

If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt Hahn – which is 102.7 km away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from 176 €.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt on Saturday, 29 March 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 4 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt?

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 Frankfurt 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Frankfurt?

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

What’s the weather like in Frankfurt?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 5°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt with?

Currently, easyJet and Condor offer the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt: what you need to know

Approximately 57 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich (the location of Zurich Airport).
The busiest route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Choose from 83 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to FRA is the 07:00 SWISS service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 20:00 with Lufthansa.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from ZRH to Frankfurt. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt. Begin your trip at ZRH and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt.
You can visit Germany for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Switzerland. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Travelling from central Zurich to ZRH takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ZRH:

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

82 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 176 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZRH to Frankfurt.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from ZRH to Frankfurt. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 37 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

Central Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from ZRH to Frankfurt, settle in at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Frankfurt

July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Frankfurt, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from ZRH to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Frankfurt

Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.

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