Flying from Atlanta to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport (ZRH) taking off from here.
Around 8 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Atlanta to Zurich Airport flight.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Atlanta. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services every week. Travel from ATL to ZRH on Delta Air Lines's 5pm departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Atlanta to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can book a direct flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
When departing from ATL, you can take a direct flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport with Delta Air Lines.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Delta Air Lines from ATL to ZRH.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Atlanta to ZRH departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ATL is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Atlanta to Zurich Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, R 3,635 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Zurich Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,966. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Atlanta to ZRH.
Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for landing cheap Atlanta to Zurich Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
When booking your Atlanta to ZRH plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Zurich Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Zurich Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera are highlights which should feature on every Zurich itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Journey around 177 kilometres south-west to Lausanne to tick off its popular sights. From Olympic Park to Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lugano is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
