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Cheapest return flight
624 €
Typical prices: 715 €-949 €
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 2.12.Sat 8.12.
ZRH - DEN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
457 €
Typical prices: 539 €-825 €
British Airways
Sun 2.12.
ZRH - DEN • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Zurich and Denver. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg 699 € (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Denver (ZRH-DEN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zurich to Denver

Wed, 2. Dec - Tue, 8. Dec
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:25 - 0:02ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
21h 37m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Los Angeles
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:05 - 14:15DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
624 €Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 18. Jan - Thu, 21. Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 - 23:17ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
19h 12m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 15:20DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
19h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Frankfurt am Main
629 €Multiple Airlines
Wed, 27. Jan - Sun, 7. Feb
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:25 - 23:19ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
20h 54m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:30 - 14:15DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
23h 45m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Boston Logan Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
648 €Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 21. Nov - Sun, 29. Nov
Icelandair Logo
13:00 - 18:00ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
13h 00m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
15:40 - 12:05DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
12h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
662 €Icelandair
Sat, 6. Mar - Sat, 6. Mar
United Airlines Logo
7:15 - 18:00ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
18h 45m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Newark
United Airlines Logo
20:35 - 10:40DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
30h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
675 €United Airlines
Thu, 21. Jan - Mon, 25. Jan
Icelandair Logo
13:00 - 18:00ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
13h 00m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
15:40 - 12:05DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
12h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
676 €Icelandair
Wed, 18. Nov - Tue, 8. Dec
Icelandair Logo
13:00 - 18:00ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
13h 00m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
15:40 - 12:05DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
12h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
676 €Icelandair
Sat, 6. Mar - Sun, 21. Mar
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 15:35ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
8:17 - 7:40DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
16h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
701 €United Airlines
Thu, 19. Nov - Fri, 11. Dec
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 15:35ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
7:45 - 7:55DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
16h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
701 €United Airlines
Tue, 15. Dec - Sat, 26. Dec
Lufthansa Logo
7:00 - 13:40ZRH  Zurich-DEN Denver Intl
14h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
20:30 - 19:45DEN  Denver Intl-ZRH Zurich
15h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
704 €Lufthansa
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich to Denver flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Zurich to Denver?

Return flights from Zurich to Denver typically range from 715 € to 949 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 624 € on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Denver?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Denver. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Denver?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Denver at 707 € return.
•June (918 €) and April (891 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Denver the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Denver are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Zurich to Denver

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.

Key details for Zurich to Denver flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

457 €
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 124% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Denver

When to book flights from Zurich to Denver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to Denver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Zurich to Denver flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Zurich to Denver?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Zurich to Denver:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Denver?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Denver takes 00m, covering 13.320 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zurich to Denver?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Zurich to Denver flight?

    Return flights from Zurich to Denver range from 715 € to 949 €, with an average of 817 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 715 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Zurich to Denver flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the 817 € route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Zurich to Denver?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 699 € return via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF), compared with 990 € for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Zurich to Denver?

    Edelweiss Air is the only airline operating Zurich to Denver flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Zurich to Denver?

    The Airbus A340-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS and Edelweiss Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • Have flight prices from Zurich to Denver changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 624 € to 6.058 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Zurich to Denver looking right now?

    One-way fares from Zurich to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 591 €, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Denver Intl Airport (DEN)?

    Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 13 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Ace
    • Europcar
    • NU Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Zurich to Denver?

    Flights from Zurich to Denver usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Zurich to Denver?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Zurich to Denver?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Denver route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 33m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Zurich to Denver pass through?

    One-stop flights from Zurich to Denver most commonly connect through:

    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Zurich to Denver?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Zurich to Denver. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 690 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 859 €, a difference of 169 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Zurich to Denver?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 40m, compared to 12h 45m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 12h 58m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Denver?

    Denver is 8 hours behind Zurich (Mountain Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Denver?

    Some of the most popular sights in Denver are Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center and Ball Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Denver on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Zurich to Denver flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average 690 €, about 169 € less than Wednesday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Denver trip for January. Fares historically average 707 € return in that month – typically 211 € less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 699 € return on this route – about 292 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Denver Intl Airport.

    • The Westin Denver International Airport

More options for your flight from Zurich to Denver

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