Travelling from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 9 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Atlanta.
Flights from ATL to ZRH start at 17:00 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 17:10 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, there are three weekly Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ATL to ZRH flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if you have time.
Delta Air Lines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATL and ZRH:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 4,387. A round-trip ticket is currently R 8,968. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATL to ZRH.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATL to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, data shows 76.64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ATL:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you have a late Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Follow your own route with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and discover more of Zurich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance.
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 driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Zurich in January.
When booking your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATL to ZRH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've seen Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you want to check out another major stop in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among its highlights.
