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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Zurich, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Detroit to Zurich - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Zurich to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich is January, where tickets cost C$ 929 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 1,747 and C$ 1,693 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 days before departure.

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Low season

January

High season

May
Best time to beat the crowds (22% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Detroit to Zurich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Zurich based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Detroit to Zurich flights

  • Which airlines offer special diets on flights from Detroit to Zurich?

    Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa and Swiss International Air Lines offer special dietary including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free and kosher meals options on flights from Detroit to Zurich. When booking your flight, it is recommended to inform the airline about your dietary requirements in advance to ensure they can accommodate your needs.

  • How convenient are flights from Detroit to Zurich to persons with reduced mobility?

    All airlines flying from Detroit to Zurich have pet-friendly policies, which make it easier for pet lovers to fly with their pets. Most of these airlines, including Delta, SWISS, and Lufthansa, allow pets in cabin provide they their combined weight together with the carrier does not exceed 20 lbs.

  • Can I upgrade to first class after booking economy for flight from Detroit to Zurich?

    Whether you can upgrade your ticket from Detroit to Zurich depends on the airline's policies, availability, and specific fare rules. Delta and SWISS offer a chance of upgrading from economy to first class through their Delta One service and SWISS Upgrade Bargain. They offer upgrade method such as purchasing an upgrade with cash or miles, bidding for an upgrade through their Delta SkyMiles program for Delta Airlines or using complimentary upgrades for elite frequent flyer members.

  • Which airline has the best carry-on policy for flights from Detroit to Zurich?

    The best policy can depend on your specific needs and preferences. Carry on policies depend on airlines. Delta Air Lines allows passengers traveling in economy class on flights from Detroit to Zurich to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. The carry-on bag should not exceed the dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches while Swiss International Air Lines permits a carry-on bag of dimensions 21.7 x 15.7 x 9 inches.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Zurich?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Zurich?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Zurich?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zurich from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Zurich?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Zurich with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Zurich?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zurich from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit to Zurich

  • Flights from Detroit to Zurich make either one stop or two stops along the way depending on the airline you choose. For instance, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Netherlands serve as the layover airport for flights by Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Other common layover airports along this route include Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in France an Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in Germany.
  • Different airlines have specific policies regarding seating and fees for children and infants. These policies can vary depending on the airline and the specific route. Delta SWIS, and Lufthansa offer a discounted fare for flights, from Detroit to Zurich route. A ticket must be purchased for children aged two and above and they will have their own seat.
  • Less popular routes for flights from Detroit to Zurich are those that do not have direct flights. Therefore, you can pay less by traveling from Detroit to Zurich via a European Hub or the major cities like London, Paris or Geneva. Depending on your flexibility you can consider flying to Zurich Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) or Geneva Airport (GVA) instead if ZHR and the connect to Zurich by bus.
  • Booking Delta or SWISS for your travel from Detroit to Zurich is advantageous because these airlines have DTW as of their hubs. Their high number of daily flights increases your chances of finding a flight that works with your schedule.
  • Delta, Lufthansa, and SWISS committed to carbon-neutral growth and have invested in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects. They are also working to reduce waste, recycle materials and minimize single-use plastics on board their flights.
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