Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Granada Airport (GRX): what you need to know
Granada's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ZRH to GRX flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Granada Airport (GRX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Granada Airport flight is R 1,402. A round-trip ticket right now is R 2,519. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from ZRH to GRX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Zurich Airport to Granada Airport.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights departing from Zurich Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Granada Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Granada Airport (GRX)
Consider booking a hotel near GRX if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Granada Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Granada Airport rental car and explore Granada and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Granada Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
From Granada Airport, Granada is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Granada Airport (GRX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Granada Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Granada in April.
When reserving your flight from Zurich Airport to Granada Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Granada, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to GRX in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Granada has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 451 kilometres north of Granada, a trip to Salamanca will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
Ceuta is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 209 kilometres south-west of Granada. No trip is complete without dropping by Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante.