- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
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.
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 |
Cheapest price
$269
Average price
$463
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Flights per day
13
Distance
443 km
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 $463 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $269.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Trieste without transferring at least once.
AZ571 · AZ1359
AZ7187+
AZ1359
LH9572+
LH5741
LH1197+
LH9572
LH1185 · LH9570
LH9572+
LH5741
AZ3862+
AZ7429
AZ573 · AZ1363
LH1197+
LH9572
LH1185 · LH9570Omio 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 $109.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$180 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 22m Average total duration Fastest 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Trieste:
A bus is $113 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Trieste costing on average $180.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 9m.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Trieste flights for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AZ7189+ AZ1363 | 5:50 PM Zurich Airport | 5h05 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ3862+ AZ7429 | 6:55 PM Zurich Airport | 3h30 | 10:25 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5741+ LH9572 | 6:55 PM Zurich Airport | 3h30 | 10:25 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ573 · AZ1363 | 7:05 PM Zurich Airport | 3h50 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
LH5749+ LH95+ LH9570 | 7:15 AM Zurich Airport | 6h30 | 1:45 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5749+ LH97+ LH9570 | 7:15 AM Zurich Airport | 6h30 | 1:45 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ7185+ AZ1357 | 7:20 AM Zurich Airport | 6h50 | 2:10 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1185 · LH9570 | 9:25 AM Zurich Airport | 4h20 | 1:45 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ571 · AZ1359 | 10:55 AM Zurich Airport | 7h55 | 6:50 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ7187+ AZ1359 | 12:45 PM Zurich Airport | 6h05 | 6:50 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5767+ LH5186 · LH5172 | 4:55 PM Zurich Airport | 6h00 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5753+ LH9572 | 5:10 PM Zurich Airport | 5h05 | 10:15 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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.

Most Zurich to Trieste flights use the Zurich Airport to Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Trieste airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Zurich Airport is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zurich Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for 2 hours; additional time can be purchased. ATMs are located in Arrival and Departureas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zurich Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zurich Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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