Cheap Flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Dresden (DRS)

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Flight deals from Zurich to Dresden

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £182. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dresden.£99 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.

Dresden.£115 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £115, select.

Dresden.£116 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.

Dresden.£117 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £117, select.

Dresden.£125 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £125, select.

Dresden.£126 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £126, select.

Dresden.£126 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £126, select.

Dresden.£126 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £126, select.

Dresden.£127 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £127, select.

Dresden.£130 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £130, select.

Dresden.£162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.

Dresden.£163 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £163, select.

Dresden.£164 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £164, select.

Dresden.£202 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £202, select.

Dresden.£285 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From £285, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Dresden

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

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Zurich to Dresden: Alternative routes

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Zurich to Dresden: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£99
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Dresden: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Dresden?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Dresden is £158. 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 Zurich to Dresden?

1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Dresden.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Dresden?

SWISS, Helvetic Airways and airBaltic fly direct from Zurich to Dresden.

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

As of June 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Zurich to Dresden.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Dresden is usually January.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport on Sunday, 10 January 2027.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dresden?

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 Dresden 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 Dresden?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dresden is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dresden.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Dresden Airport (DRS): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
Take your pick of six weekly Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with SWISS is the earliest flight available. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 18:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ZRH to DRS flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
SWISS has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Dresden — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.
SWISS ranks as the leading on-time carrier for ZRH to DRS flights, with 88.46% of its services arriving as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Dresden Airport (DRS)

£99 is the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport flight. A return flight starts from £158. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to DRS by booking at least three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ZRH to DRS.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

76% of flights that take off from Zurich Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ZRH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Dresden Airport (DRS)

If you're landing on a late Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near DRS:
Explore without limits with a Dresden Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and venture far and wide through Dresden and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Dresden Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Dresden Airport (DRS)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Dresden. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Dresden Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to DRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 5ºC on average.

Explore more of Germany

You've visited Dresden, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel around 161 kms (100 miles) north to Berlin to check off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 370 kms (230 miles) north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.