Flying from Warsaw to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Warsaw. Check out your options departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when searching for a flight from Warsaw to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
2 hours 5 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Warsaw to Zurich Airport flight.
Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) and Warsaw share the UTC+1 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
With 32 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the busiest route. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:30am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from WAW to ZRH is with SWISS at 7:45pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Warsaw to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more travellers during high season, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Warsaw to Zurich Airport (ZRH) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from WAW, you can catch a direct flight from Warsaw to Zurich Airport with SWISS.
Most travellers prefer to fly with SWISS from WAW to ZRH.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is SWISS. Its services land as scheduled 74.65% of the time.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Warsaw to ZRH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Zurich Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near ZRH and fast-forward to bedtime:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and discover more of Zurich and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Zurich. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
R 971 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,512. These prices may change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Warsaw to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Visit Zurich in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Warsaw to ZRH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Zurich Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
There are loads of things to do in Zurich when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zurich, a visit to Lausanne will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Around 161 kilometres south of Zurich, Lugano is another favourite stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
