Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Edmonton is seven hours behind Zurich and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to YEG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
R 9,111 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 12,675. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from ZRH to YEG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 69.02% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Edmonton International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zurich Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and find adventure across Edmonton and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to the centre of Edmonton has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Edmonton International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Edmonton in May.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edmonton during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to YEG in February. Temperatures average between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
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