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Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to London Heathrow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Zurich to London Heathrow

Zurich to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

Zurich to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,490
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 52 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week316

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to London Heathrow is R 2,224. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to London Heathrow.
British Airways, Qatar Airways and SWISS fly direct from Zurich to London Heathrow.
As of July 2025, there are 316 flights per week flying from Zurich to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to London Heathrow is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday, 27 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • London is one hour behind Zurich and follows the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 105 Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 06:25 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:40 with British Airways.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • British Airways is your ticket to exploring London (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is British Airways.

  • British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to LHR flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 1,490. A return ticket is currently R 2,224. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZRH to LHR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZRH to LHR.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • 69.02% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to head to London. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.