Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Vienna and Zurich share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from VIE to ZRH start at 06:45 — the first with Austrian. The latest departure is at 20:20 with SWISS. In total, you can choose from 69 weekly Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your VIE to ZRH flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a breeze with SWISS. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport.
SWISS is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating VIE to ZRH flights. A reliable 81.44% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 1,261. A return ticket is currently R 3,540. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from VIE to ZRH by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights departing from Vienna International Airport reach their destination on time.
Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to VIE:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VIE to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.