Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Dublin.
Each week, there are 69 Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport flights. To be on board early, take the 07:05 Aer Lingus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:45 with SWISS.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DUB to ZRH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Aer Lingus is your ticket to exploring Zurich (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Switzerland!). Check out the direct flights from Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this popular airline.
Aer Lingus tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 84.81% of services arriving as planned, Aer Lingus is the most punctual carrier for DUB to ZRH flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DUB and ZRH include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, R 997 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,784. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from DUB to ZRH, book your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DUB to ZRH.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dublin Airport, 72.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to DUB:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you're taking a late Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zurich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to ZRH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.