Direct flights to Zurich

The affluent city of Zurich is shrugging off its boring and staid image with its beautiful waterside location and large number of up and coming cafes, bars and clubs.

Set beneath snow-clad peaks on the shores of a glittering lake, a holiday in Zurich will move you not only with its typical Swiss neatness but also with its scenic setting. Tourists and travellers who appreciate the finer things in life, from chocolate to scrupulously clean pavements, will savour a Zurich vacation.

Find direct flights to Zurich

Are you headed to Zurich for a vacation? Luckily, this European airport is very well connected to the rest of the world, and you can find direct flights from almost 200 airports around the globe. If you are traveling from another European country or from the US you can find a bunch of flights to choose from – in the list below you see some of the most frequent direct connections to Zurich.

From other European airports

• Direct flights from London (LHR) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Paris (CDG) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Palma de Mallorca (PMI) to Zurich (ZRH)

From the US

• Direct flights from Chicago (ORD) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Boston (BOS) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Dulles (IAD) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Zurich (ZRH)
• Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to Zurich (ZRH)

What to experience in Zurich

Boasting an impressive and picturesque setting, the city of Zurich is framed with rolling hills and snow-capped mountains and of course boasts an attractive setting on the shores of Lake Zurich. One of Zurich’s most popular attractions is the Kunsthaus Gallery with its impressive collection of great works of art by the likes of Van Gogh and Monet as well as sculptures by the renowned Rodin.

If you’re a fan of Swiss chocolate, the Lindt chocolate factory is well worth a visit for its free chocolate tastings and adjacent museum. If shopping is your thing, head to the Bahnhofstrasse to marvel at the luxurious shops selling everything from jewellery to designer fashion to Swiss clocks and of course the native chocolate.

Make the most of Zurich’s café culture and enjoy a hot chocolate and a pastry in one of the many tempting cafes or head to the waterfront on Lake Zurich to while away a perfect summer's evening in one of the many bars and restaurants.

To make the most of the natural beauty of the surrounding Swiss scenery, take a tram out to Zoo Dolder with its rainforest and large collection of wildlife, explore the many parks and gardens in the city itself, take a boat trip on Lake Zurich or catch a train up Zurich’s local mountain Uetilberg for some great walking or simply to admire the spectacular views.

Searching for cheap flights to Zurich

The best prices and cheapest flights to Zurich are likely to be available outside of peak times of travel. Lastminute flights to Zurich can usually be found throughout the year but be aware that they can be expensive during the skiing season.

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Zurich climate – from summer to winter

The climate of Zurich is continental, and temperatures are modified by winds off the Atlantic Ocean. Winters are cold, while summers tend to be hot and sunny. In January, temperatures can range between 14F and 41F and in July, temperatures can range between 59F and 86F. The wettest time of year is from June to August.