Flying from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport is 14 hours 25 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, making Zurich eight hours behind Tokyo.
Flights from NRT to ZRH start from 10:55 — the earliest with SWISS. The last departure is at 12:10 with SWISS. In total, there are six weekly Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NRT to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like May? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a breeze with SWISS. This popular airline offers direct flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is SWISS.
With a reliable 88.37% of services landing on schedule, SWISS has the best on-time record for NRT to ZRH flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NRT and ZRH:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport flight is 345 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 728 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from NRT to ZRH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from NRT to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
NRT's address is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Of the flights that depart from Tokyo Narita Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Tokyo Narita Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near NRT? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from NRT 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
Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.
