Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is nine hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ADL to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ADL and ZRH include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 8,988. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 20,578. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ADL to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ADL to ZRH.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
75.6% of flights taking off from Adelaide Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Adelaide Airport from central Adelaide, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to ADL? If you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, 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 drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Adelaide Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Adelaide 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).
Look for cheap tickets from ADL to ZRH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Travel around 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its popular sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.