Cheap Flights from Manchester to Zurich

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

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

Direct flights from Manchester to Zurich

Manchester to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Manchester to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs8,543
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Zurich is Rs17,830. 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.
2 hours is the average flight time from Manchester to Zurich.
SWISS, helvetic and Air India fly direct from Manchester to Zurich.
As of April 2025, there are 36 flights per week flying from Manchester to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Zurich is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport on Friday, 9 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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.
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.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport is 2 hours.

  • Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zurich one hour ahead of Manchester.

  • Flights from MAN to ZRH start at 08:50 — the earliest with SWISS. The last service of the day is at 18:50 with SWISS. In total, you can choose from 20 weekly Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your MAN to ZRH flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Flying into Zurich (and then exploring more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with SWISS. This popular airline has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is SWISS.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for MAN to ZRH flights is SWISS.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MAN and ZRH include:

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Geneve Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport flight is Rs8,543. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs17,830. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to ZRH.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAN to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • 59.39% of flights that depart Manchester Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near MAN:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ZRH:

  • Explore without limits with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Zurich. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC then.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.

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