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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 322
Typical prices: C$ 390-C$ 616
SWISS, Lufthansa
Sun 4/11Mon 5/11
ZRH - PMO • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 323
Typical prices: C$ 404-C$ 627
SWISS
Wed 7/11Wed 14/11
ZRH - PMO • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with SWISS. Average duration is 1h 55m
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Avoid delays
SWISS
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 286 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 4h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Palermo (ZRH-PMO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to Palermo

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov
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10:00 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 55mdirect
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12:10 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
9h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
C$ 322Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 55mdirect
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9:45 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
2h 05mdirect
C$ 323SWISS
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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12:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 55mdirect
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8:35 p.m. - 10:05 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
13h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
C$ 328Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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9:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
8h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:45 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
2h 05mdirect
C$ 329Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 55mdirect
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8:35 p.m. - 10:05 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
13h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
C$ 330Multiple Airlines
Wed, 10 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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10:55 a.m. - 11:05 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
12h 10m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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9:45 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
2h 05mdirect
C$ 335SWISS
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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7:05 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 50mdirect
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8:35 p.m. - 10:05 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
13h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
C$ 339Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 55mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
9h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 340Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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7:05 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
1h 50mdirect
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3:10 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
5h 15m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Venice Marco Polo
C$ 344SWISS
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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7:05 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-PMO Palermo Punta Raisi
4h 00m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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8:35 p.m. - 10:05 a.m.PMO  Palermo Punta Raisi-ZRH Zurich
13h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
C$ 346ITA Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich to Palermo flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Palermo. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Palermo at C$ 316 round-trip.
•October (C$ 602) and December (C$ 595) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Palermo the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Palermo are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Zurich to Palermo flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 172
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Palermo

When to book flights from Zurich to Palermo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to Palermo 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 Palermo flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Zurich to Palermo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Palermo:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:15 pm and lands at 7:10 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 55m.

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

    Only Business Class is available on flights from Zurich to Palermo.

  • How long does a flight from Zurich to Palermo take?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Palermo takes 1h 55m, covering 1,762 km.

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

    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 Palermo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Zurich to Palermo range from C$ 390 to C$ 616, with an average of C$ 496 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 390 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the C$ 496 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Zurich to Palermo?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 286 round-trip via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG), compared to C$ 506 for direct.

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

    SWISS is the only airline operating Zurich to Palermo flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Zurich to Palermo?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 33–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 322 to C$ 2,438. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Palermo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 264, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Palermo Punta Raisi Airport (PMO)?

    Palermo Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Easy Car Hire
    • Eurorentcar
    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Rental4Leisure

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

    Flights from Zurich to Palermo usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Palermo Punta Raisi (PMO).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Palermo route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 28m.

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

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

    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – 99% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 0% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Zurich to Palermo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 447 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 545, a difference of C$ 98.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Zurich to Palermo?

    Only SWISS operates flights between Zurich and Palermo.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Zurich to Palermo?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 26m, compared with 4h 55m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 9h 07m via Milan Malpensa (MXP).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Palermo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Palermo are Mondello Beach and Quattro Canti. These are among the most viewed places in Palermo on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Zurich to Palermo flights?

    Among airlines operating Zurich to Palermo flights:

    • SWISS: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Zurich to Palermo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SWISS: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Zurich to Palermo 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 Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 447, about C$ 98 less than Saturday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Palermo trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 316 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 286 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 286 round-trip on this route – about C$ 220 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Palermo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to Palermo Punta Raisi Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to Palermo Punta Raisi

Monday

SWISS

SWISS

Tuesday

SWISS

SWISS

Wednesday

SWISS

SWISS

Thursday

SWISS

SWISS

Friday

SWISS

SWISS

Saturday

SWISS

SWISS

Sunday

SWISS

SWISS

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Direct returns

Palermo Punta Raisi to Zurich

Monday

SWISS

SWISS

Tuesday

SWISS

SWISS

Wednesday

SWISS

SWISS

Thursday

SWISS

SWISS

Friday

SWISS

SWISS

Saturday

SWISS

SWISS

Sunday

SWISS

SWISS

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