Zurich to Newark (ZRH–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ZRH–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,935 miles in approximately 9h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss | 14 | 333, 763 | 8h50-9h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| UA United Airlines Also: OS | 7 | 763 | 9h20 | – | Star Alliance | OS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→EWR | MXP→EWR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 35 |
| Flight time | 9h 20m | 8h 42m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
Switzerland is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Swiss passport holders need an approved ESTA to enter the US. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. The fee is USD 21. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It allows multiple entries.
ESTA permits stays up to 90 days per visit. You cannot extend or change your immigration status while on ESTA. If denied, you must apply for a B1/B2 visa at the US Embassy in Bern. At the border, CBP officers may ask about your travel purpose, return ticket, and accommodation. Your passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
ZRH–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to EWR
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Swiss and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZRH to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to EWR is about 9 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. 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
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brussels, Charles de Gaulle and Dublin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ferno (VA) (MXP).