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Washington D.C..226 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 226 €, select.
Washington D.C..402 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 402 €, select.
Washington D.C..403 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Zurich on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 403 €, select.
Washington D.C..405 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Zurich on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 405 €, select.
Washington D.C..409 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.
Washington D.C..409 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.
Washington D.C..409 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.
Washington D.C..409 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from 686 €
Jul
from 456 €
Aug
from 416 €
Sep
from 409 €
Oct
from 403 €
Nov
from 402 €
Dec
from 455 €
Jan
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Feb
from 442 €
Mar
from 409 €
Apr
from 454 €
May
from 535 €

Direct flights from Zurich to Washington Dulles

Zurich to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Zurich to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found226 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time9 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week48

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Washington Dulles is 226 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Washington Dulles.
SWISS, United and Austrian Airlines fly direct from Zurich to Washington Dulles.
As of June 2025, there are 48 flights per week flying from Zurich to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Washington Dulles is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Monday, 24 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington Dulles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Brussels Airlines and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know

  • Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

  • Washington DC is five hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Flights from ZRH to IAD start from 10:45 — the earliest with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 13:05 with SWISS. Overall, you can choose from 19 weekly Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your ZRH to IAD flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Jetting into Washington DC (and then discovering more of United States!) is a breeze with SWISS. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates ZRH to IAD flights is SWISS. Its services arrive as scheduled 71.15% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Currently, 330 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 226 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from ZRH to IAD by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ZRH to IAD.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 69.02% touch down on time at their destination.

  • To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ZRH:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It typically takes 3 hours 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to IAD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Washington DC, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its popular sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.

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