188 € Cheap Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich

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Flight deals from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 188 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich

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

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich

Amsterdam to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found188 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 24 mins
Most popular airlineScandinavian Airlines
Average flights per week414

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich is 188 €. 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.
1 hour and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich.
Scandinavian Airlines, Delta and KLM fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich.
As of July 2026, there are 414 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zurich is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport on Saturday, 15 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 24 minutes.
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, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Amsterdam.

  • Choose from 73 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with KLM is the earliest you can take. KLM operates the last service of the day at 21:10.

  • To ensure you get on your AMS to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • KLM is your gateway to exploring Zurich (and maybe even some other great parts of Switzerland!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • KLM tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • SWISS is the most punctual carrier that operates AMS to ZRH flights, with 73.36% of its services landing on time.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between AMS and ZRH include:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Stuttgart Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport flight is 95 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 188 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from AMS to ZRH, book your journey one month before your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

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

Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • If you have a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near ZRH:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • It takes around 10 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to visit Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from AMS to ZRH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.

  • Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.

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