DEPARTURES:  Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Tennessee, North Carolina

DESTINATIONS: ZURICH, GENEVA, SALZBURG, VIENNA

DATES:  most OCT - FEB (varies) 

AIRLINES:  United, American

RESOURCE GUIDES:  Switzerland, Austria, and 22 Other Countries in Europe!

USUAL PRICES:  These prices are about $400 - $800 lower than we typically see for most of these routes. 

🇨🇭🇦🇹 Switzerland & Austria Fare Alert – $500s Roundtrip!

Introduction

Whether you're dreaming of snow-dusted mountains, historic cities, or Christmas markets, this is the perfect time to book your next European getaway. We’re seeing roundtrip fares in the $500s and low $600s to Zurich, Geneva, Salzburg, and Vienna—some of the most scenic and sophisticated destinations in Europe.

Travel dates include October–February, with a few August options as well—just in time for fall foliage, ski season, or a festive winter trip through the Alps.

🏰 Why Visit Switzerland & Austria?

🇨🇭 Zurich & Geneva

• Zurich is a hub of modern design and lakeside charm, with cozy cafés, world-class museums, and mountain views.

• Geneva offers a more French-flavored Swiss experience—home to diplomacy, lakeside promenades, and stunning alpine backdrops.

🇦🇹 Vienna & Salzburg

• Vienna is pure elegance—imperial palaces, classical concerts, and café culture await around every corner.

• Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, is nestled in alpine beauty, complete with baroque architecture and Sound of Music charm.

🌡️ What’s the Weather Like?

• August: Late summer with highs in the 70s°F (21–26°C)—great for hiking or city exploring.

• October–November: Cool and crisp with highs in the 50s°F (10–15°C)—ideal for scenic train rides, fall colors, and cultural outings.

• December–February: Winter wonderland! Highs in the 30s–40s°F (0–7°C), perfect for holiday markets, ski trips, and snowy sights.

🧳 Plan Your Alpine Adventure

These fares give you a rare chance to experience the heart of Europe at hundreds less than usual. Whether you're looking for a peaceful mountain village, a lively European Christmas market, or just a taste of Swiss chocolate and Austrian strudel—this is your sign.

Book your Alpine getaway today—before these fares melt away! 🇨🇭🇦🇹❄️✈️

_{*Click on flight links below to be directed to sample dates / flights.  This is a great starting place to start finding dates that work for you.  Prices were valid when this fare alert was assembled - but are subject to change at any moment.}

ARKANSAS DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

XNA:

$552 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / AUG-FEB

$558 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$599 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / AUG-FEB

$560 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG-FEB

LITTLE ROCK:

$556 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / AUG-FEB

$558 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$613 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / AUG-FEB

$565 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG-FEB

TEXAS DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

DALLAS:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, BRUSSELS / AUG, OCT-FEB

$549 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$585 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / AIR CANADA, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$556 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

AUSTIN:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, BRUSSELS / AUG, OCT-FEB

$549 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$590 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / AIR CANADA, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$575 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG-FEB

HOUSTON:

$547 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / AUG, OCT-FEB

$542 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / AIR CANADA, SWISS / AUG-FEB

$685 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / AIR CANADA, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$549 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

MISSOURI DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

ST. LOUIS:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / AUG, OCT-FEB

$547 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$595 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$560 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

KANSAS CITY:

$551 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / AUG, OCT-FEB

$558 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$613 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$560 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

SPRINGFIELD:

$556 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / AUG, OCT-FEB

$557 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$613 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$580 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

JOPLIN:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB (600S AUG-SEP)

$546 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED / AUG-FEB (600S AUG-SEP)

$595 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / OCT-FEB

$556 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / OCT-FEB

OKLAHOMA DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

TULSA:

$552 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB 

$551 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$611 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / AUG, OCT-FEB

$560 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / OCT-FEB

OKLAHOMA CITY:

$556 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB

$558 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$606 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / OCT-FEB

$560 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

TENNESSEE DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

MEMPHIS:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB

$551 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$606 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / OCT-FEB

$590 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / AUG, OCT-FEB

NASHVILLE:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB

$547 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / AER LINGUS, UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$590 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / OCT-FEB

$552 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / OCT-FEB

KANSAS DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

WICHITA:

$552 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB

$557 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$600 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / OCT-FEB

$590 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / OCT-FEB

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTURES

*Link takes you to a sample flight date on the google flights calendar.  To find a different date, simply click on the provided date in the top right - and google's calendar will open up for you.  Then, you can start your search. 

RALEIGH-DURHAM:

$548 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, SWISS / OCT-FEB

$551 ZURICH, SWITZERLAND / UNITED, AMERICAN / AUG-FEB

$585 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA / UNITED, LUFTHANSA / OCT-FEB

$571 VIENNA, AUSTRIA / UNITED, AUSTRIAN / OCT-FEB