Flying from Tampa to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Tampa to Zurich Airport flight.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Tampa. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
You can choose from 3 direct flights every week between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Zurich Airport (ZRH). This is the busiest route, with Edelweiss Air offering a 7:25pm departure from TPA to ZRH.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tampa to ZRH, leave plenty of 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.
March is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Get there in one go from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Direct flights from Tampa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) can be booked from here.
Edelweiss Air is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Tampa to Zurich Airport jetting out of TPA.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with edelweiss air from TPA to ZRH.
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
78% of flights that take off from Tampa International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can get to PIE from central Tampa in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to ZRH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a hotel near ZRH if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Zurich Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Tampa to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Zurich. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, R 5,380 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Zurich Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,439. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tampa to ZRH.
The best month for finding cheap Tampa to Zurich Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tampa to Zurich Airport.
The best time to fly from Tampa to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
January is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Zurich Airport (ZRH), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Tampa to ZRH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Zurich Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to Zurich Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Zurich when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Zurich. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
If you want to check out another side of Switzerland, head for Lugano, about 161 kilometres south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are key reasons to visit.
