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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $648. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zurich.$651 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Zurich.$654 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $654, select.

Zurich.$687 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.

Zurich.$687 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with AJet and Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Zurich on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.

Zurich.$691 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $691, select.

Zurich.$697 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.

Zurich.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with AJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.

Zurich.$722 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $722, select.

Zurich.$739 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $739, select.

Zurich.$743 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $743, select.

Zurich.$757 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $757, select.

Zurich.$797 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $797, select.

Zurich.$812 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Zurich.$821 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Zurich on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $821, select.

Zurich.$831 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $831, select.

Zurich.$855 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May, returning Fri, 28 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 28 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zurich

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

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Riyadh to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$648
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	6 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airline	Saudia
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Riyadh to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Zurich is $651. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Riyadh to Zurich?

6 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Zurich.

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to Zurich?

Saudia flies direct from Riyadh to Zurich.

How many flights are there a week from Riyadh to Zurich?

As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Zurich.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Zurich?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zurich is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport on Sunday, 12 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 28 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zurich?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zurich?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh Airport to Zurich with?

Currently, AJet and Saudia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.
Each week, there are three Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, opt for the 08:55 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 10:10 with Saudia.
Your RUH to ZRH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Saudia offers direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
Saudia tops the list for bookings on this route.
Saudia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for RUH to ZRH flights, with 96.15% of its services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between RUH and ZRH:
- Istanbul Airport
- Athens International Airport
- Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

$236 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts at $651. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to ZRH by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)

Riyadh Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart RUH reach their destination on time.
Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your flight from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport off to a hassle-free start. Only a quick drive from RUH, stay at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Reserve a hotel close to ZRH if you have a late Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

July is the most popular month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Zurich in March.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Riyadh Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH 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 discovered once you've seen Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Bern is another favourite destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without visiting Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.