How to get from Cologne to Zurich
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Cologne to Zurich. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 413 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €54, on Sun, Sep 6.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
413 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €76Checked Sep 5 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €41Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 8h 55mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€76Checked Sep 51h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€41Omio catalogue, Sep 88h 55m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Cologne to Zurich: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Cologne/Bonn Airport → Zurich Airportflight
Eurowings·1h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Cologne to Zurich
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€64October 2026
€70Departures from Cologne to Zurich
FlixBus runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 12:40 and the last at 23:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 9 | 12:40 | 23:05 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Eurowings, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Cologne to Zurich works
Start with a Eurowings flight from Cologne to Zurich, about 1h 5m. In total it's roughly €76 over 1h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Cologne to Zurich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Zurich?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Zurich from Cologne?
About 413 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Cologne to Zurich cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €76. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Cologne to Zurich?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 05m.
How long is the flight from Cologne to Zurich?
About 1h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Cologne and Zurich?
Cologne is CGN and Zurich is ZRH, so this route is usually written CGN to ZRH.
Which operators run Cologne to Zurich?
On this route you travel with Eurowings, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zurich?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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