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Moderne Galerie
The region’s leading art museum, noted for modern and contemporary works and architecture. A top choice for visitors seeking major exhibitions in Saarbrücken.
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Overview: Zurich to Saarbrücken flight
Switzerland
Germany
Take a flight from Zurich to Saarbrücken and enjoy the approximately 147 miles (238 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:08, the last at 20:00.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from CHF22
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
First flight 6:08 AM |
Last flight 8:00 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from CHF22
The cheapest and fastest flights from Zurich to Saarbrücken
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 01
Cheapest price on Sep 01
CHF257
Average ticket price on Sep 01
CHF627
Fastest journey on Sep 01
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
5 h 19 m
Flights on Sep 01
33
Distance
238 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zurich to Saarbrücken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Saarbrücken will cost around CHF627 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF257.
Fast flights
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Saarbrücken without transferring at least once.
DE4312+
ICE 611 · ICE 5628:00 AM11h17Zurich Airport7:17 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF2571One-way2 transfers- DE4312+ICE 519 · 41298:00 AM9h15Zurich Airport5:15 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF2661One-way2 transfers
- DE4312+ICE 109 · 41318:00 AM10h15Zurich Airport6:15 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF2661One-way2 transfers
- DE4310+ICE 615 · ICE 9354:45 PM6h44Zurich Airport11:29 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF3081One-way2 transfers
- DE4310+ICE 205 · 41494:45 PM7h34Zurich Airport12:19 AMSaarbrücken HbfCHF3121One-way2 transfers
LH1189+ICE 109 · 41311:30 PM4h45Zurich Airport6:15 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF7561One-way2 transfers- LH1199+295387:55 PM5h15Zurich Airport1:10 AMSaarbrücken HbfCHF7541One-way1 transfer
LX1076+ICE 205 · 41496:55 PM5h24Zurich Airport12:19 AMSaarbrücken HbfCHF7391One-way2 transfers- LH1197+ICE 615 · ICE 9356:05 PM5h24Zurich Airport11:29 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF7351One-way2 transfers
- LH1189+ICE 611 · ICE 5621:30 PM5h47Zurich Airport7:17 PMSaarbrücken HbfCHF7471One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Saarbrücken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Saarbrücken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF28 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF28, while a train costs an average of CHF72.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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CHF72 Average price | CHF28 Average price Cheapest | CHF114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Saarbrücken is a bus with an average price of CHF28.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Saarbrücken:
A bus is CHF44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Saarbrücken costing on average CHF72.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Saarbrücken is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 52m.
Other travel options to Saarbrücken take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 53m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Saarbrücken including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Saarbrücken among Omio's users.
Live departures
Zurich to Saarbrücken flight times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Saarbrücken flights for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 LX1068+ICE 519 · 4129 | 6:55 AM Zurich Airport | 10h20 | 5:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LX1068+ICE 109 · 4131 | 6:55 AM Zurich Airport | 11h20 | 6:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LX1068+S9 · 29526 | 6:55 AM Zurich Airport | 12h15 | 7:10 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4312+ICE 611 · ICE 562 | 8:00 AM Zurich Airport | 11h17 | 7:17 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4312+ICE 519 · 4129 | 8:00 AM Zurich Airport | 9h15 | 5:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4312+ICE 109 · 4131 | 8:00 AM Zurich Airport | 10h15 | 6:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1183+ICE 519 · 4129 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 9h00 | 5:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1183+ICE 109 · 4131 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 10h00 | 6:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1183+ICE 611 · ICE 562 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 11h02 | 7:17 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 611 · ICE 562+ LH1185 | 9:25 AM Zurich Airport | 9h52 | 7:17 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 109 · 4131+LH1185 | 9:25 AM Zurich Airport | 8h50 | 6:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 · 4129+LH1185 | 9:25 AM Zurich Airport | 7h50 | 5:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4318+ICE 519 · 4129 | 11:20 AM Zurich Airport | 5h55 | 5:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4318+ICE 109 · 4131 | 11:20 AM Zurich Airport | 6h55 | 6:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4318+ICE 611 · ICE 562 | 11:20 AM Zurich Airport | 7h57 | 7:17 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1189+ICE 109 · 4131 | 1:30 PM Zurich Airport | 4h45 | 6:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1189+29538 | 1:30 PM Zurich Airport | 11h40 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| LH1189+ICE 611 · ICE 562 | 1:30 PM Zurich Airport | 5h47 | 7:17 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1191+ICE 205 · 4149 | 2:35 PM Zurich Airport | 9h44 | 12:19 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1191+ICE 615 · ICE 935 | 2:35 PM Zurich Airport | 8h54 | 11:29 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1191+29538 | 2:35 PM Zurich Airport | 10h35 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| DE4310+29538 | 4:45 PM Zurich Airport | 8h25 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| DE4310+ICE 615 · ICE 935 | 4:45 PM Zurich Airport | 6h44 | 11:29 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| DE4310+ICE 205 · 4149 | 4:45 PM Zurich Airport | 7h34 | 12:19 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LX1074+ICE 615 · ICE 935 | 5:10 PM Zurich Airport | 6h19 | 11:29 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LX1074+29538 | 5:10 PM Zurich Airport | 8h00 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| LX1074+ICE 205 · 4149 | 5:10 PM Zurich Airport | 7h09 | 12:19 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1197+ICE 615 · ICE 935 | 6:05 PM Zurich Airport | 5h24 | 11:29 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1197+ICE 205 · 4149 | 6:05 PM Zurich Airport | 6h14 | 12:19 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1197+29538 | 6:05 PM Zurich Airport | 7h05 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| LX1076+29538 | 6:55 PM Zurich Airport | 6h15 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| LX1076+ICE 205 · 4149 | 6:55 PM Zurich Airport | 5h24 | 12:19 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| LH1199+29538 | 7:55 PM Zurich Airport | 5h15 | 1:10 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Complete guide to Saarbrücken
Things to do in Saarbrücken
Discover the best of Saarbrücken — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saarbrücken trip today.
- Recommended
Historisches Museum Saar
History and culture museum inside the castle area, with archaeology and city collections. Ideal for understanding Saarbrücken and the wider Saarland region.
- Recommended
Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte
Museum dedicated to prehistory and early regional history. Its compact displays make it a useful stop for visitors interested in ancient Saarland cultures.
- Must visit
St. Johann
Lively riverside district with baroque streets, shopping, and nightlife. It is the city’s main area for walking, architecture, and urban atmosphere.
- Must visit
Ludwigsplatz
Historic square framed by Ludwigskirche and baroque buildings. One of Saarbrücken’s most elegant public spaces and a classic place for photos and quiet walks.
- Must visit
St. Johanner Markt
The city’s central market square, lined with historic façades and public buildings. A practical and scenic base for exploring the old center on foot.
Gefillde
Gefillde are potato dumplings stuffed with seasoned minced meat and often served with bacon cream sauce, a hallmark of Saarland home cooking.
- Gluten-free
Dibbelabbes
Dibbelabbes is a baked potato dish with leek, onions and cured pork, cooked until crisp. It is one of the most iconic rustic dishes in Saarland.
- Gluten-free
Schwenker
Schwenker is a marinated pork neck steak grilled over open flame on a swinging grill. It is central to Saarland barbecue culture and local gatherings.
Esplanade
Refined dining venue with modern cuisine, careful presentation and an elegant atmosphere for a higher-end meal in Saarbrücken.
Zum Stiefel
Traditional Saarland restaurant known for regional classics and a cozy historic atmosphere near central Saarbrücken.
Gasthaus Brauerei Zum Schlüssel
Established brewery-style venue serving hearty German and Saarland dishes with house beer in a lively, casual setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are lower than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit is typical and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
Saarfahrplan
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.90
- Day pass
- €7.20
To the city center
Saarbrücken Airport -> Saarbrücken Hauptbahnhof
- Distance
- 12 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Buy and validate your ticket before boarding if you use a ticket machine or sales point. Keep it with you for inspections.
- Contactless card payment is available in many buses and at some ticket machines, but availability can vary. Carry a backup payment method.
FAQs: Zurich to Saarbrücken Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Saarbrücken by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saarbrücken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest flight from Zurich to Saarbrücken leaves at 6:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Zurich to Saarbrücken leaves at 8:00 PM.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Saarbrücken including taking a train and bus.
Since both Zurich and Saarbrücken are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is no time difference between Zurich and Saarbrücken.
The best events to attend in Saarbrücken include:
- Saarbrücken Christmas Market, a festive market filled with charming stalls offering handmade crafts, delicious treats, and holiday cheer
- Saarland Wine Festival, a celebration of local wines featuring tastings, live music, and culinary delights
- Saarbrücken International Film Festival, an annual event showcasing independent films from around the world with screenings and discussions.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Saarbrücken are:
- Ludwigskirche, a baroque Protestant church known for its stunning architecture and historical significance
- Saarbrücken Castle, a restored 18th-century castle offering panoramic views and housing a regional history museum
- Saarland Museum, an art museum with collections ranging from the Middle Ages to contemporary works
- Deutsch-Französischer Garten, a large park featuring themed gardens, a lake, and cultural events
- Basilica of St. John the Baptist, a neo-Gothic church renowned for its impressive interior and stained glass windows.
The best holidays to experience in Saarbrücken include:
- Easter, mild spring weather and traditional religious processions
- Labour Day, vibrant local festivities and a lively atmosphere
- German Unity Day, national pride celebrations with parades and cultural events.
The best things to do in Saarbrücken include:
- Saarbrücken Castle, a historical site offering guided tours and panoramic views of the city
- Saarbrücker Zoo, home to a variety of animal species and engaging exhibits for all ages
- Völklinger Hütte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing industrial history and art exhibitions
- Saarland Therme, a spa complex offering relaxation and wellness treatments
- St. Johanner Markt, a vibrant square with shops, cafes, and local events.
The best season to visit Saarbrücken is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Saarbrücken is during May-June or September-October.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Saarbrücken among Omio's users.
For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Saarbrücken, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the city center and public transport. Common scams include distraction techniques near popular attractions and at train stations. Staying vigilant and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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