If this idea fails, what really protects us from financial setbacks?
Flight search tools are useful, but not a fail-safe for comprehensive budget planning.
A cheap flight to Zurich doesn't mean the cost of living there will be affordable; it can instead become an unexpected drawdown.
A comprehensive analysis of daily expenses, accommodation, and insurance is necessary before committing, not just relying on the plane ticket.
Without this overview, the risk is underestimating the actual costs of the trip, even with an attractive flight price.