Cheap Flights from Faro (FAO) to Zurich (ZRH)

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Flight deals from Faro to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £154. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zurich.£52 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Zurich.£64 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Faro on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £64, select.

Zurich.£71 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Faro on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £71, select.

Zurich.£72 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Faro on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.

Zurich.£74 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.

Zurich.£74 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.

Zurich.£74 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Faro on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.

Zurich.£85 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Zurich.£89 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.

Zurich.£91 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Faro on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £91, select.

Zurich.£93 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Faro on Sat, 12 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £93, select.

Zurich.£94 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Faro on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £94, select.

Zurich.£100 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.

Zurich.£105 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Faro on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.

Zurich.£109 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Faro on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £109, select.

Zurich.£128 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Faro on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From £128, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Faro to Zurich

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

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Direct flights from Faro to Zurich

Faro to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Faro to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

Faro to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£52
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airline	Edelweiss Air
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from Faro to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Faro to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Faro to Zurich is £127. 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 Faro to Zurich?

2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Faro to Zurich.

Which airlines fly direct from Faro to Zurich?

Edelweiss Air and SWISS fly direct from Faro to Zurich.

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

As of July 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Faro to Zurich.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Faro to Zurich is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport on Friday, 18 September 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 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 Faro Airport to Zurich with?

Currently, Ryanair and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, making Zurich one hour ahead of Faro.
Flights from FAO to ZRH start at 06:10 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 19:10 with Edelweiss Air. In total, you can take your pick of five weekly Faro Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your FAO to ZRH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a breeze with edelweiss air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport.
Edelweiss air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for FAO to ZRH flights is easyJet.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between FAO and ZRH:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Munich Airport
- Geneva Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Right now, £52 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £127. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from FAO to ZRH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Finding cheap flights from FAO to ZRH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)

When it comes to Faro Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Faro Airport is around 3 kms (2 miles) from central Faro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near FAO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Faro Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 11 kms (7 miles) away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Zurich. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from FAO to ZRH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Switzerland

Zurich is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be explored. About 72 kms (45 miles) west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kms (60 miles) south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.