How to find cheap flights to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
84 € is currently the cheapest price we've found for a return flight to Zurich Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to ZRH, the lowest fare is 41 €.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to ZRH rises or falls.
It's typically recommended to book about seven months before you plan to depart. That's when you're most likely to get the best price on tickets to Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' when searching for a better chance of securing cheap flights to Zurich. Doing this will give you more options for where you begin and end your journey, as well as different prices.
Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are often cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Zurich Airport.
Best time to go to Zurich
You can typically hop on the cheapest flight to Zurich in June.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. See fares for the entire month and find a flight to ZRH that fits your schedule and budget.
If you'd like to experience Zurich at its liveliest, lock in your flights to ZRH for July. Taking a trip during high seasons generally means there's more to see and do compared to other times.
February is the quietest time of year to visit if you're after a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Zurich then.
Check the weather before travelling. July brings the warmest days in Zurich, averaging between 10ºC and 27ºC.
Ranging from -6ºC to 7ºC, January sees the lowest temperatures.
Flying to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Avoid the layovers and travel to Zurich in one easy hop. Lock in a direct flight to Zurich Airport with one of these leading airlines:
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some good hotels near Zurich Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to ZRH touches down:
Getting to central Zurich from Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Central Zurich is about 13 kilometres from ZRH.
Once you've landed from your flight to ZRH, the drive to the centre takes around 20 minutes.
About 1 hour 35 minutes is how long it'll take to get there on public transport.
Make every moment in Zurich count by choosing one of these top hotels:
Zurich highlights
Bahnhofstrasse
Around 0.64 kilometres south of the centre in City, Bahnhofstrasse should be on your travel itinerary. Make it one of the first stops after your flight to Zurich Airport.
Swiss National Museum
Cross off one of the most popular attractions in Zurich by visiting Swiss National Museum. It's in City about 0.32 kilometres north of the centre.
Grossmunster
Grossmunster will also become one of your favourite travel memories. From the heart of Zurich, it's located in Rathaus around 0.80 kilometres to the south.
Complete your trip with a Zurich car hire
Don't forget to browse our car rentals in Zurich once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Zurich Airport. All the best offers are in one place, making it a breeze to compare prices and hit the road in your dream ride.