Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is one hour ahead of Southampton and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOU to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SOU and ZRH include:
Geneve Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Guernsey Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, R 1,472 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,553. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SOU to ZRH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from SOU to ZRH is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of the flights that depart from Southampton Airport, 55.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SOU:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience more of Zurich and beyond.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Southampton 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).
Look for cheap tickets from SOU to ZRH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience major highlights starting with Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
