ZRH → NRTSwitzerland → Japan

Cheap flights from Zurich to Tokyo

5,962 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: Zurich to Tokyo at a glance

5,962 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
8 hours ahead
Time-zone shift
~537 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Tokyo (NRT) cover 5,962 miles (9,592 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a ultra-long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 9/10.

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Flying from Zurich to Tokyo covers 5,962 miles (9,593 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this ultra-long-haul international route. This is a ultra-long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

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ZRH (0 mi)NRT (5,962 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 5,962 miles. Direct carriers include LX and NH.

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Airlines on this route

2 airlines fly Zurich → Tokyo. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
LXDirect
NHDirect
Baggage on Zurich → Tokyo: on this route, LX typically includes a carry-on, while NH may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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Zurich to Tokyo — quick answers

How far is Zurich from Tokyo by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from Zurich (ZRH) to Tokyo (NRT) is 5,962 miles (9,592 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from Zurich to Tokyo?

The average nonstop flight time from ZRH to NRT is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from Zurich to Tokyo?

2 airlines serve this route nonstop: LX, NH. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: Zurich → Tokyo

Route type
ultra-long-haul international
Time zone difference
8 hours ahead
Carbon footprint
~537 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
9/10 — challenging long-haul
When to go
It's shoulder season in Tokyo — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
2 airlines fly direct — rank 58 of 137 routes from Zurich
Airline network
LX: 94 destinations from ZRH; NH: 1 destinations from ZRH
Alternative origin airports
FDH (Friedrichshafen, 47 mi); BSL (Basel, 48 mi); BRN (Bern, 62 mi)
Alternative destination airports
HND (Tokyo, 38 mi); OIM (Oshima, 91 mi); MYE (Miyakejima, 128 mi)
Nearby destinations
Tokyo, Japan (38 mi); Oshima, Japan (91 mi); Miyakejima, Japan (128 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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