Zurich to New York flights
Direct and connecting flights from Zürich Airport (ZRH) to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Zurich to New York take?
Flight time from Zurich (ZRH) to New York (JFK) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Zurich to New York?
Airline availability for ZRH to JFK changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Zurich to New York?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ZRH to JFK varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- Swissair5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Swissair | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ZRH → JFK
ZRH to JFK is a long-haul route of 6,310 km (3,921 mi). See the return JFK → ZRH route.
Alternative airports near Zurich: Emmen (EML) — 45 km, Buochs (BXO) — 55 km, Donaueschingen (ZQL) — 57 km.
Alternative airports near New York: New York (LGA) — 17 km, New York (JRB) — 21 km, New York (JRA) — 23 km.