Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
Marsa Allam is one hour ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are five Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, opt for the 06:00 Chair Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:30 with Air Cairo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ZRH to RMF flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport, so jetting to Marsa Allam (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Chair Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
108 € is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 223 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to RMF by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ZRH to RMF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, data shows 69.02% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
Book a hotel close to RMF if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel farther out of Marsa Allam and discover new places with your own wheels. You can grab a Marsa Alam International Airport rental car from leading providers like Green Motion or Sixt.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Marsa Alam International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) to central Marsa Allam
Marsa Alam International Airport is approximately 72 kilometres from the centre of Marsa Allam. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Marsa Allam. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Marsa Allam, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to RMF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Luxor is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Marsa Allam. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Karnak Temple Sacred Lake, Luxor Temple and Luxor Museum.
Sohag is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 354 kilometres north-west of Marsa Allam. No trip is complete without dropping by كنيسة السيدة العذراء مريم بسوهاج إيبارشيه سوهاج و المنشاة و المراغة, Omar ibn al-Khattab mosque in Naga Disqualified and Mosque Noor Islam.
