Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sharm El Sheikh.
Flights from SSH to ZRH start from 02:35 — the first with Edelweiss Air. The last service of the day is at 19:15 with Edelweiss Air. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SSH to ZRH flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Edelweiss Air has direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Edelweiss Air on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SSH and ZRH:
Geneve Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
R 1,662 is the best price for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,975. These prices can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SSH to ZRH by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from SSH to ZRH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Of the departures from Sharm El Sheikh Airport, 65.11% land on time at their destination.
To get to Sharm El Sheikh Airport from central Sharm El Sheikh, it takes about 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SSH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead 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.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zurich in January.
When reserving your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SSH to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the go. Check out popular 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.