Lugano LUG to Zurich ZRH flight with Swiss

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Overview: Lugano to Zurich flight

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Flights from Lugano to Zurich depart on average 40 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 155 km distance in 55m. October is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance
155 km
Average flight duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
£69
Flights per day
40
Direct flights
7
Fastest flight
55m
First flight
5:50
Last flight
23:55
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12

The cheapest and fastest flights from Lugano to Zurich

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£138

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£421

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

55 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

1 h 2 m

Flights on 19 Sept

51

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lugano to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lugano to Zurich will cost around £421 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £138.

Fast flights

On Sat 19 Sept, we found 51 flights from Lugano to Zurich, including 5 direct services.

These direct flights cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 55 m .

The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • VuelingVY6341 · VY6248
    15:305h10
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    20:40Zurich Airport
    £1381One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY6343 · VY6248
    13:506h50
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    20:40Zurich Airport
    £1381One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY6335 · VY6246
    18:2014h25
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:45Zurich Airport
    £1491One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY6339 · VY6246
    21:4511h00
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:45Zurich Airport
    £1491One-way
    1 change
  • Ethiopian AirlinesET736
    7:051h15
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    8:20Zurich Airport
    £1571One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Lugano to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £129.

Distance: 155 km

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Coach
Driving

£129

Average Price

£50

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£74

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 55m

Average total duration

55m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

2h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.5 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Lugano to Zurich is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Zurich:

A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Zurich costing on average £50.

A coach is £109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lugano to Zurich costing on average £129.

The fastest way to travel from Lugano to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 16m.

Coach takes on average 2h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lugano and Zurich including taking a train, coach and flight.

Live departures

Lugano to Zurich flight times

The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Zurich flights for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Air DolomitiLH9513+SwissLH57648:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h30
12:15 Zurich Airport1 change
LufthansaLH247 · LH11889:00 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h20
12:20 Zurich Airport1 change
EurowingsEW7762+GetJet AirlinesEW78239:05 Milan Malpensa Airport
6h10
15:15 Zurich Airport1 change
VuelingVY6331 · VY62489:55 Milan Malpensa Airport
5h30
15:25 Zurich Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS522 · OS13910:25 Milan Linate Airport
3h55
14:20 Zurich Airport1 change
Air DolomitiLH6905+LufthansaLH119010:35 Milan Linate Airport
3h20
13:55 Zurich Airport1 change
SwissLX161310:40 Milan Malpensa Airport
1h00
11:40 Zurich Airport0 changesdirect
Turkish AirlinesTK1874 · TK190910:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
7h10
17:55 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1874 · TK190710:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
23h05
9:50 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1874 · TK191110:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
11h35
22:20 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1874 · TK120710:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
25h50
12:35 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1874 · TK191310:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
27h30
14:15 Zurich Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA569+BA CityflyerBA876711:10 Milan Linate Airport
7h40
18:50 Zurich Airport1 change
AJetVF62 · VF5312:45 Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
21h35
10:20 Zurich Airport1 change
EurowingsEW9829 · EW976412:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
6h10
19:00 Zurich Airport1 change
Air DolomitiLH9449+SwissLH576612:55 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h15
16:10 Zurich Airport1 change
Air DolomitiAZ7450+SwissAZ385912:55 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h15
16:10 Zurich Airport1 change
ITAAZ2133+SwissAZ718813:00 Milan Linate Airport
3h45
16:45 Zurich Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA571 · BA74013:40 Milan Linate Airport
9h00
22:40 Zurich Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA573 · BA74014:15 Milan Linate Airport
8h25
22:40 Zurich Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA585 · BA74014:35 Milan Malpensa Airport
8h05
22:40 Zurich Airport1 change
Helvetic AirwaysLX162914:55 Milan Malpensa Airport
0h55
15:50 Zurich Airport0 changesdirect
Austrian AirlinesOS524 · OS14315:00 Milan Linate Airport
3h10
18:10 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1896 · TK191315:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
22h55
14:15 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1896 · TK191115:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
7h00
22:20 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1896 · TK190915:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
26h35
17:55 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1896 · TK190715:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
18h30
9:50 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1896 · TK120715:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
21h15
12:35 Zurich Airport1 change
LufthansaLH275 · LH119815:25 Milan Linate Airport
3h50
19:15 Zurich Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA575 · BA74015:55 Milan Linate Airport
6h45
22:40 Zurich Airport1 change
VuelingVY6335 · VY624618:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
14h25
8:45 Zurich Airport1 change
Air DolomitiLH1855+SwissLH575018:25 Milan Linate Airport
3h25
21:50 Zurich Airport1 change
SwissLX162319:25 Milan Malpensa Airport
0h55
20:20 Zurich Airport0 changesdirect
Turkish AirlinesTK1876 · TK120719:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
16h50
12:35 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1876 · TK190919:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
22h10
17:55 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1876 · TK191119:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
26h35
22:20 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1876 · TK191319:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
18h30
14:15 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1876 · TK190719:45 Milan Malpensa Airport
14h05
9:50 Zurich Airport1 change
VuelingVY6339 · VY624621:20 Milan Malpensa Airport
11h25
8:45 Zurich Airport1 change
VuelingVY6337 · VY624623:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
8h55
8:45 Zurich Airport1 change
Helvetic AirwaysLX16395:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
1h05
6:55 Zurich Airport0 changesdirect
SwissLH5736+Air DolomitiLH56396:15 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h30
9:45 Zurich Airport1 change
Air DolomitiEN8817+SwissLX10696:15 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h30
9:45 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1878 · TK19096:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
11h05
17:55 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1878 · TK12076:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
29h45
12:35 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1878 · TK19076:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
27h05
9:55 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1878 · TK19116:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
15h30
22:20 Zurich Airport1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1878 · TK19136:50 Milan Malpensa Airport
7h25
14:15 Zurich Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1186+Air DolomitiLH2816:50 Milan Linate Airport
3h50
10:40 Zurich Airport1 change
Ethiopian AirlinesET7367:05 Milan Malpensa Airport
1h15
8:20 Zurich Airport0 changesdirect
British AirwaysBA581 · BA7347:25 Milan Linate Airport
7h20
14:45 Zurich Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA591 · BA7348:10 Milan Malpensa Airport
6h35
14:45 Zurich Airport1 change
SwissLH5764+Air DolomitiLH95138:35 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h40
12:15 Zurich Airport1 change
Air DolomitiEN8269+SwissLX11038:35 Milan Malpensa Airport
3h40
12:15 Zurich Airport1 change

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Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline, offering Economy and Business Class fares for your next trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Duration
55m
Cheapest Swiss Price
£77
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8 kg max) and 1 personal item included in Economy Classic and above.
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, prices vary by route and timing of purchase.
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on fare type - Economy Light non-refundable, Economy Classic/Business partially refundable with fee.
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Service fee applies.
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Swiss provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Wheelchair assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets in cabin (up to 8 kg including container), larger animals in hold. Advance booking required.
Entertaiment on board
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Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Very high prices for hotels, dining and transport. Zurich costs more than most European city breaks, especially in central tourist areas.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and small café bills.

FAQs: Lugano to Zurich flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Zurich by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Lugano to Zurich can start from as little as £69 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Lugano to Zurich is £129; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Lugano to Zurich is 55m to travel the 155 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Lugano to Zurich leaves at 5:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Lugano to Zurich leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 7 direct flights a day from Lugano to Zurich with Ethiopian Airlines, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, Edelweiss Air. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from Lugano to Zurich, you can count on Lufthansa Cityline, Ethiopian Airlines, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, AJet, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air for the best way to get you to Zurich. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Lugano and Zurich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Lugano to Zurich generally leave from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport .Milan Linate Airport is 6 km away from Lugano city centre and Zurich Airport is 1 km from Zurich city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Lugano to Zurich is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lugano and Zurich including taking a train, coach and flight.
Since both Lugano and Zurich are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is no time difference between Lugano and Zurich .
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Zurich

Most Lugano to Zurich flights use the Milan Linate Airport to Zurich Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Zurich airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.

Departure airports in Lugano
Arrival airports in Zurich

Which Zurich airport do flights from Lugano arrive at?

Flights from Lugano to Zurich arrive at Zurich Airport. Zurich Airport is 2 km from Zurich city centre.
Zurich Airport (ZRH)8058 Zürich-Flughafen, SwitzerlandWifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Zurich Airport from Zurich city centre

Zurich Airport is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS2, S24, Ic5, Ir36, Ir75, Ir13, Ic81, Ic1, Ic8, S, Ir, N1, Ext · 10m · £4 · every ~22 min
75 · 10m · £4 · every ~2 min
S7, S16 · 16m · £5 · every ~5 min
BusN10 · 25m · £5
Tram10 · 28m · £3 · every ~14 min

Zurich Airport airport facilities and services

Zurich Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available for 2 hours; additional time can be purchased. ATMs are located in Arrival and Departureas, offering multiple currencies.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zurich Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zurich Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

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