Travelling from Seattle to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Seattle has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Zurich Airport (ZRH) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is 8 hours ahead of Seattle. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Your flight from Seattle to ZRH won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Seattle to ZRH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
SEA is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 23 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to ZRH, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a hotel close to ZRH if you have a late flight from Seattle to Zurich Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich is about 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
179 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Zurich Airport. Return flights start from 417 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to get cheap tickets from Seattle to ZRH. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Seattle to Zurich Airport.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Seattle to Zurich Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Zurich, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle to ZRH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Zurich Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Zurich Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zurich:
One of the best ways to get to know Zurich is to explore its top sights. Highlights include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Seattle to Zurich Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Zurich. Explore the exclusive deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
