Flying from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is nine hours behind Mackay and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your MKY to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mackay Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 16,137. A round-trip ticket right now is R 25,918. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MKY to ZRH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Mackay Airport to Zurich Airport.
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Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mackay Airport, 71.86% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Mackay to Mackay Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mackay Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MKY:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you have a late Mackay Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ZRH:
Follow your own route with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mackay Airport to Zurich Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Zurich in January.
Book your flight from Mackay Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to explore Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MKY to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.
