Travelling from Vancouver to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Zurich Airport (ZRH) begins with finding the best airport to jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your options in Vancouver.
9 hours 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Vancouver to Zurich Airport flight.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. Get from YVR to ZRH on Edelweiss Air's 4:20pm flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to ZRH, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Fly without interruptions from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Direct flights from Vancouver to Zurich Airport (ZRH) can be booked from here.
Edelweiss Air is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Vancouver to Zurich Airport jetting out of YVR.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Edelweiss Air between YVR and ZRH.
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Zurich Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Vancouver to ZRH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Zurich Airport flight:
Flights that depart from YXX reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Zurich Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ZRH and be in snooze mode sooner:
Begin your adventure 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.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Zurich Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
The centre of Zurich is around 10 kilometres from Zurich Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Zurich Airport is R 4,366. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,408. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Vancouver to ZRH by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap Vancouver to Zurich Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Zurich Airport (ZRH), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Vancouver to ZRH plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Zurich Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Zurich Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera are highlights which should feature on any good Zurich itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zurich, a visit to Lausanne will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Switzerland, consider Lugano, about 161 kilometres south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano are among the biggest draws.
