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Cologne to Zurich
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Compare prices to get from Cologne to Zurich
€69|1h
€40|4h 51m
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Corendon Airlines29h 20m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
€131One way
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1 stop
Swiss Airlines1h 5m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
€474One way
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Nonstop
Sunexpress22h 5m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
€171One way
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Eurowings6h 15m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
€180One way
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- Prices shown from Cologne to Zurich are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Cologne to Zurich
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zurich costs only €42 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 5m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
€91
Average duration
1h 5m
Departure time
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Trains
Cheapest
Average price
€42
Average duration
5h 40m
Departure time
05:48 - 13:03
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cologne to Zurich?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Cologne to Zurich?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Cologne to Zurich is July, with an average price of €111; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to €177.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Zurich?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Zurich is Monday, with an average price of €42.
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€42
€39
What is the cheapest day to travel from Cologne to Zurich by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cologne to Zurich is Monday, with an average price of €29.
€29
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Find departure & arrival points near Cologne and Zurich
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular airports near Zurich
Zurich International Airport (ZRH)
St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Severinstr., Köln
Popular train stations near Zurich
Hohentengen, Rotteln
Lottstetten
Grießen(Baden)
Jestetten
Klettgau
Lauchringen
How to travel from Cologne to Zurich: FAQs
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How far is it from Cologne to Zurich?
It’s about 393 km (244 mi) from Cologne to Zurich. -
How do I get from Cologne to Zurich?
You can travel from Cologne to Zurich in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Cologne to Zurich?
The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zurich is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 5 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 40m. -
What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Cologne to Zurich?
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zurich is by Trains, with an average price of €42. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around €91 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Cologne and Zurich?
For trips between Cologne and Zurich, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive at Zurich International Airport; Trains depart from Heumarkt, Köln and arrive at Hohentengen, Rotteln. -
How far in advance should I book tickets from Cologne to Zurich to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cologne to Zurich are typically cheapest July, with an average fare of €111. Flights from Cologne to Zurich are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €42. Flights from Cologne to Zurich are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €29 -
Are Cologne and Zurich in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Cologne and Zurich.