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Overview: Zurich to Trieste flight

SwitzerlandSwitzerland
ItalyItaly
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Take a flight from Zurich to Trieste and enjoy the approximately 275 miles (443 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 19:25.

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 $32 (€26)
Distance
275 miles (443 km)
First flight
12:15 AM
Last flight
7:25 PM
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 days
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 $32 (€26)

The cheapest and fastest flights from Zurich to Trieste

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$203

Average price

$549

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 54 m

Flights per day

50

Distance

443 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zurich to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Trieste will cost around $549 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $203.

Fast flights

It's difficult to get from Zurich to Trieste without transferring at least once.

  • LufthansaLH1197+Air DolomitiLH9572
    6:05 PM4h10
    Zurich Airport
    10:15 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer
  • SwissLH5741+Air DolomitiLH9572
    6:55 PM3h20
    Zurich Airport
    10:15 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ573 · AZ1363
    7:05 PM3h50
    Zurich Airport
    10:55 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $3131One-way
    1 transfer
  • SwissAZ7189+ITAAZ1363
    5:50 PM5h05
    Zurich Airport
    10:55 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $3631One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ571 · AZ1359
    10:55 AM7h35
    Zurich Airport
    6:30 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $3781One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Zurich to Trieste

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $108.

Distance: 275 miles (443 km)

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Bus
Driving

$179

Average price

$67

Average price

Cheapest

$230

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 39m

Average total duration

10h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 30m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Trenitalia

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Trieste is a bus with an average price of $67 (€55).

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Trieste:

A bus is $112 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Trieste costing on average $179 (€147).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 7h 52m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Trieste including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Trieste among Omio's users.

Live departures

Zurich to Trieste flight times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Trieste flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Condor FlugdienstDE4310 · DE4233+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV266 · Regionale Veloce 34474:45 PM Zurich Airport
7h59
12:44 AM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissLH5753+Air DolomitiLH95725:10 PM Zurich Airport
4h45
9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
LufthansaLH1197+Air DolomitiLH95726:05 PM Zurich Airport
3h50
9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
ITAAZ573 · AZ13637:05 PM Zurich Airport
3h50
10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
Sunday, June 21
Helvetic AirwaysLX1658+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV132 · Regionale Veloce 34377:15 AM Zurich Airport
5h29
12:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
Helvetic AirwaysLX1658+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV160 · Regionale Veloce 34397:15 AM Zurich Airport
8h29
3:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
Helvetic AirwaysLX1658+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV280 · Regionale Veloce 35677:15 AM Zurich Airport
7h29
2:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
SwissAZ7185+ITAAZ13657:20 AM Zurich Airport
7h10
2:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
Condor FlugdienstDE4312 · DE4235+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV284 · Regionale Veloce 34438:00 AM Zurich Airport
11h44
7:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Condor FlugdienstDE4312 · DE4235+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV154 · Regionale Veloce 35818:00 AM Zurich Airport
12h44
8:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Condor FlugdienstDE4312 · DE4235+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV244 · Regionale Veloce 34458:00 AM Zurich Airport
13h44
9:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissLX1660+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV152 · Regionale Veloce 35698:30 AM Zurich Airport
8h14
4:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
SwissLX1660+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV160 · Regionale Veloce 34398:30 AM Zurich Airport
7h14
3:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
SwissLX1660+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV280 · Regionale Veloce 35678:30 AM Zurich Airport
6h14
2:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
Air DolomitiLH1185 · LH95709:25 AM Zurich Airport
4h35
2:00 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
SwissLH5763+Air DolomitiLH9456+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV208 · Regionale Veloce 34419:30 AM Zurich Airport
8h14
5:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissLH5763+Air DolomitiLH9456+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV216 · Regionale Veloce 35719:30 AM Zurich Airport
9h14
6:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissLH5763+Air DolomitiLH9456+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV152 · Regionale Veloce 35699:30 AM Zurich Airport
7h14
4:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Austrian AirlinesOS134+Air DolomitiOS543+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV208 · Regionale Veloce 344110:40 AM Zurich Airport
7h04
5:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Austrian AirlinesOS134+Air DolomitiOS543+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV198+IntercityIntercity 58810:40 AM Zurich Airport
7h57
6:37 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Austrian AirlinesOS134+Air DolomitiOS543+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV216 · Regionale Veloce 357110:40 AM Zurich Airport
8h04
6:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
ITAAZ571 · AZ1475+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV198+IntercityIntercity 58810:55 AM Zurich Airport
7h42
6:37 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
ITAAZ571 · AZ135910:55 AM Zurich Airport
7h35
6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
ITAAZ571 · AZ1475+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV216 · Regionale Veloce 357110:55 AM Zurich Airport
7h49
6:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
ITAAZ571 · AZ1475+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV284 · Regionale Veloce 344310:55 AM Zurich Airport
8h49
7:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
ITAAZ571 · AZ136510:55 AM Zurich Airport
3h35
2:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
Condor FlugdienstDE4318 · DE4235+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV154 · Regionale Veloce 358111:20 AM Zurich Airport
9h24
8:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Condor FlugdienstDE4318 · DE4235+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV284 · Regionale Veloce 344311:20 AM Zurich Airport
8h24
7:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
Condor FlugdienstDE4318 · DE4235+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV244 · Regionale Veloce 344511:20 AM Zurich Airport
10h24
9:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissAZ7187+ITAAZ135912:45 PM Zurich Airport
5h45
6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport1 transfer
SwissLX1662+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV216 · Regionale Veloce 357112:50 PM Zurich Airport
5h54
6:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
SwissLX1662+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV208 · Regionale Veloce 344112:50 PM Zurich Airport
4h54
5:44 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
SwissLX1662+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV198+IntercityIntercity 58812:50 PM Zurich Airport
5h47
6:37 PM Trieste Centrale2 transfers
SwissLH5765+Air DolomitiLH9458+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV244 · Regionale Veloce 34451:15 PM Zurich Airport
8h29
9:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissLH5765+Air DolomitiLH9458+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV124 · Regionale Veloce 38611:15 PM Zurich Airport
9h40
10:55 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
SwissLH5765+Air DolomitiLH9458+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV154 · Regionale Veloce 35811:15 PM Zurich Airport
7h29
8:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
LufthansaLH1189 · LH328+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV254+IntercityIntercity 5921:40 PM Zurich Airport
9h58
11:38 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
LufthansaLH1189 · LH328+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV244 · Regionale Veloce 34451:40 PM Zurich Airport
8h04
9:44 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers
LufthansaLH1189 · LH328+RegionaleVENEZIA AIRLINK AV124 · Regionale Veloce 38611:40 PM Zurich Airport
9h15
10:55 PM Trieste Centrale3 transfers

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Complete guide to Trieste

Things to do in Trieste

Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.

  • Must visit

Revoltella Museum

Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.

  • Must visit

Risiera di San Sabba Museum

Memorial museum at the former Nazi detention and extermination camp, an important historical and educational site.

  • Recommended

Civic Museum of Antiquities J.J. Winckelmann

Archaeology museum with Roman finds, sculptures and artifacts that highlight Trieste's ancient history.

Euro

Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more in peak season.

Average meal costs

Budget
EUR 8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
EUR 20-35 per person for a standard restaurant meal.
Fine dining
EUR 60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
EUR 1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Little or no tip for coffee at the bar.

FAQs: Zurich to Trieste Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The earliest flight from Zurich to Trieste leaves at 12:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Zurich to Trieste leaves at 7:25 PM.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Trieste including taking a train and bus.
Since both Zurich and Trieste 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 Trieste.
The best events to attend in Trieste include:
  • Barcolana, the largest sailing regatta in the world held in October
  • Trieste Coffee Festival, a celebration of coffee culture with tastings and workshops
  • Verdi Festival, an annual event dedicated to the works of composer Giuseppe Verdi
  • Trieste Film Festival, showcasing independent films from Central and Eastern Europe.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Trieste are:
  • Piazza Unità d'Italia, the largest sea-facing square in Europe surrounded by historic buildings
  • Miramare Castle, a 19th-century castle offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Trieste
  • Trieste Cathedral, a Romanesque-Gothic church with impressive mosaics and a bell tower
  • Canal Grande, a picturesque canal lined with cafes and historic architecture
  • Museo Revoltella, a modern art museum housed in a 19th-century palace.
The best holidays to experience in Trieste include:
  • Epiphany, traditional celebrations and local customs in January
  • Easter, beautiful spring weather and festive religious observances in April
  • Assumption of Mary, vibrant summer festivities and local traditions in August
  • All Saints' Day, a time for reflection and enjoying the autumn atmosphere in November.
The best things to do in Trieste include:
  • Explore the vibrant Mercato Coperto, a bustling indoor market offering local produce and delicacies
  • Take a scenic walk along the Rilke Trail, offering breathtaking views of the coastline and cliffs
  • Visit the Grotta Gigante, one of the largest tourist caves in the world with impressive stalactites and stalagmites
  • Enjoy a coffee at the historic Caffè San Marco, a literary café with a rich cultural history
  • Attend a performance at the Teatro Verdi, an elegant opera house showcasing classical and contemporary productions.
The best season to visit Trieste is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Trieste is during April-June or September-October.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Trieste 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.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Trieste, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, main squares, and popular tourist sites. Scams involving overcharging or unofficial taxi services can occur, so it’s advisable to use licensed taxis and agree on fares beforehand. Additionally, travelers should stay vigilant in nightlife areas to avoid drink spiking or theft. Overall, maintaining awareness of personal belongings and using reputable services ensures a safer visit to Trieste.
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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Popular airports from Zurich to Trieste

Zurich
Trieste
The major airport for departures in Zurich is Zurich Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zurich Airport for your trip from Zurich to Trieste.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
A51, Exit 6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available for 2 hours; additional time can be purchased
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops located in Airside Center, including duty-free and luxury brands like Gucci and Hermès
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in P1, P2, and P3, approximately 5.2€ (CHF 5) per hour
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Swiss and Aspire Lounges, with amenities like food and showers
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in Service Center, open daily
Public transit options for Zurich Airport
  • Train: S2, S16, S24
  • Tram: 10, 12
  • Bus: 768, 759

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