Travelling from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is five hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your FLL to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between FLL and ZRH:
Logan International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, 229 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 518 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FLL to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport.
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Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
73.74% of flights leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Fort Lauderdale to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near FLL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're landing on a late Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zurich Airport around 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 reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Zurich in January.
Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FLL to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its must-visit sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.