Flying from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Pisa and Zurich share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PSA to ZRH flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PSA and ZRH:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
At the moment, R 1,888 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,255. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from PSA to ZRH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Of the flights that depart from Pisa International Airport, 73.71% land on time at their destination.
Pisa International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Pisa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to PSA:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a hotel close to ZRH if you're on a late Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Pisa International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to explore Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PSA 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 going for it, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key reasons to visit.