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Flights from Zurich to Palermo

Nonstop flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Palermo (PMO) take about 1h 52m (1,096 km). SWISS flies it. Lowest fare seen: $208 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Palermo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Discover the vibrant skyline of Palermo, Sicily capturing historic architecture beneath a bright blue sky. — arriving in Palermo

Airport transfer

PMO → Palermo, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Zurich →1 lounge at Zurich Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresPMO to Palermo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Palermo →29 drop-off points, from €1.60

Things to book in Palermo

All 22 things to do in Palermo →

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Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Tours 3.7 · 118 Tiqets reviews

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Airport Transfers in Sicily 4.6 · 51 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Zurich to Palermo

Carriers on ZRH–PMO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Zurich to Palermo flights

How long is the flight from Zurich to Palermo?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Palermo (PMO) takes about 1h 52m, covering 1,096 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Zurich from Palermo by air?

The great-circle distance between Zürich Airport and Falcone–Borsellino Airport is 1,096 km (681 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Zurich to Palermo?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ZRH–PMO route include SWISS. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Zurich to Palermo cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ZRH–PMO was $208 USD with SWISS (nonstop), departing 22 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Zurich to Palermo?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $158 with one stop against $208 nonstop, a saving of $50. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Zurich to Palermo?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Palermo visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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