Newark to Zurich (EWR–ZRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between EWR and ZRH, connecting options are available through 85 hubs.
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zurich from Newark
| Metric | EWR→ZRH | TEB→ZRH | JFK→ZRH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – | 21 |
| Flight time | 7h | 5h 53m | 7h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · ZRH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Zurich.
US passport holders enter Switzerland visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
SBB trains from the airport station (below Check-in 2) to Zurich HB take 10 minutes and run every 10–15 minutes. Long-distance intercity trains to Geneva, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne depart directly from the airport station; Zurich Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe for onward rail travel. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CHF 55–75.Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Swiss customs exit is prompt for EU/Schengen arrivals. The Meet & Greet area is directly adjacent to baggage reclaim.
Temperate continental climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently foggy on the Swiss Plateau; fog (Hochnebel) can persist for days and is the most common cause of delays, with the airport above the fog layer on clearer days but below it on others. Snow does occur but is well managed. Temperatures range from −2 to 5°C.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms that can be intense but brief. Spring and autumn are mild and variable. Hochnebel fog season (October–January) is the primary operational risk to plan around.
EWR–ZRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to ZRH
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
EWR to ZRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to ZRH ranges from 7 hours 0 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,935 miles (6,333 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
85 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via LTN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL).