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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Compare routes from Zurich to Santorini (Thira) below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santorini (Thira).

Zurich to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM862
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineedelweiss air
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Santorini (Thira) is RM862. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Santorini (Thira).
edelweiss air, SWISS and Air Canada fly direct from Zurich to Santorini (Thira).
As of April 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Zurich to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Santorini (Thira) is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Sunday, 29 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santorini (Thira) but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Zurich.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ZRH to JTR flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Getting to Santorini (Thira) (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a cinch with Edelweiss Air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Edelweiss Air on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • RM422 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM862. These prices may change based on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from ZRH to JTR by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from ZRH to JTR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ZRH:

Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • If you're coming in on a late Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near JTR:

  • Grab a Santorini International Airport rental car and discover Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Santorini International Airport about three weeks in advance.

Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • From Santorini International Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santorini (Thira). If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Santorini International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to JTR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santorini (Thira). Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Larisa is another standout destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No trip is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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