Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is six hours ahead of New Orleans and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MSY to ZRH flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like October, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MSY and ZRH:
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, R 5,461 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,664. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSY to ZRH if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MSY to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that depart MSY reach their destination on time.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MSY. Whether you've booked an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Explore without limits with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and discover more of Zurich and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Zurich in January.
Lock in your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to visit Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSY to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its must-visit sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.