Travelling from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport is 8 hours 50 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, making Zurich six hours ahead of Atlanta.
Every week, there are three Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, pick the 17:00 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:20 with Delta Air Lines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATL to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Zurich (and then exploring more of Switzerland!) is easy with Delta. This popular airline has direct flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport.
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating ATL to ZRH flights, Delta has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ATL and ZRH:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 4,324. A return plane ticket right now is R 11,084. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from ATL to ZRH by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
77% of flights that leave from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport make it to their destination on time.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ATL. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ZRH if you're catching a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and find adventure across Zurich and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport is March, while July is the busiest. 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 Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to explore Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATL to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you should also see. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum are key highlights.