Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Faro.
Flights from FAO to ZRH start from 08:25 — the first with Edelweiss Air. The latest departure is at 19:20 with Edelweiss Air. In total, there are six weekly Faro Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your FAO to ZRH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a snap with Edelweiss Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport.
Edelweiss Air is the top choice for travellers on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between FAO and ZRH:
Geneve Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, 44 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 118 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from FAO to ZRH by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FAO to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to Faro Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.66% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Faro Airport from central Faro, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near FAO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Faro Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Zurich in January.
Book your flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FAO to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.