New York to Zurich flights – the most comfortable way to fly
3 airlines fly nonstop between New York and Zurich, about 28 flights a week. The flight takes 8h 20m and covers 6,310 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on Swiss's Boeing 777-300ER. Lie-flat business class is available.
Most comfortable economy
- 32″ legroom
- 18.5″ wide seat
- Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
- Seat-back screen
Most comfortable business
- Lie-flat bed (78″)
- 21.0″ wide seat
- Direct aisle access
- Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
- Seat-back screen
Nonstop flights from New York to Zurich
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Aircraft | Economy | Business | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United UA187 EWR → ZRH |
10:05 | 8h 25m | 787-10 Dreamliner Wide-body |
6.5Comfortable | 8.8Superb | MTWTFSS |
| Swiss LX134 EWR → ZRH |
11:05 | 8h 25m | A330-300 Wide-body |
6.6Comfortable | 8.0Very comfortable | MTWTFSS |
| American Airlines AA98 JFK → ZRH |
18:40 | 8h 20m | 787-9 Dreamliner Wide-body |
6.5Comfortable | 8.8Superb | MTWTFSS |
| Swiss LX43 JFK → ZRH |
19:20 | 8h 20m | 777-300ER Wide-body |
6.8Comfortable | 8.0Very comfortable | MTWTFSS |
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from New York to Zurich?
A nonstop flight from New York to Zurich takes about 8 h 20 min and covers 6,310 km.
Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Zurich?
American Airlines, Swiss, and United fly nonstop, with about 28 flights a week.
What is the most comfortable economy seat from New York to Zurich?
Swiss on the Boeing 777-300ER: 3-3-3 layout, 32″ legroom and 18.5″ wide seats – comfort score 6.8/10 (comfortable).
Is there lie-flat business class from New York to Zurich?
Yes. The most comfortable is United's lie-flat, direct aisle access on the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner (1-2-1), comfort score 8.8/10.
Can I fly with my dog from New York to Zurich?
Yes – American Airlines, Swiss, and United take small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 8 kg including the bag).
Is business class worth it from New York to Zurich?
Business is a lie-flat bed with aisle access for about 340% more than economy on United – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 5.6/10 (maybe).
Which aircraft fly from New York to Zurich?
Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, and Airbus A330-300. Choose a wide-body for a quieter, roomier cabin.
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