Flying from Venice to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Venice is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Venice to Zurich Airport (ZRH) heading out from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF).
Jump on a direct Venice to Zurich Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Venice and Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH), with 21 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from VCE to ZRH is the 9:45am SWISS option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8:25pm with SWISS.
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 flight from Venice to ZRH.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Venice to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leave from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Venice to Zurich Airport with SWISS. This top carrier operates services from VCE.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with SWISS between VCE and ZRH.
SWISS takes the top spot for on-time performance. A dependable 82.28% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
The journey from central Venice to VCE takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Venice to Zurich Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
75.29% of flights that take off from Venice Marco Polo Airport land at their destination on time.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
TSF is about 40 kilometres from central Venice. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Venice to ZRH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Treviso Airport:
70.17% of flights departing Treviso Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you have a late flight from Venice to Zurich Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Hit the road running by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zurich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Venice to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
The centre of Zurich is around 10 kilometres from Zurich Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Venice to Zurich Airport is R 1,174. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,643. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Venice to ZRH.
June is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Venice to Zurich Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Venice to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Venice to Zurich Airport (ZRH), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Venice to ZRH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Venice to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Venice to Zurich Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera are major attractions which should feature on any good Zurich itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Journey around 177 kilometres south-west to Lausanne to check off its leading attractions. From Olympic Park to Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Switzerland, head for Lugano, roughly 161 kilometres south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano are highlights.
