Flying from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is six hours ahead of Madison and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSN 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.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSN and ZRH:
Logan International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
R 6,601 is currently the best price for a one-way Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start at R 16,215. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSN to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MSN to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
You'll find MSN at 4000 International Lane.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dane County Regional Airport, data shows 77.89% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Madison to Dane County Regional Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MSN? If you've booked an early flight from Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zurich and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Dane County Regional Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSN 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 once you've taken in the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.
