Travelling from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is one hour ahead of Belfast and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BFS to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BFS and ZRH:
Birmingham International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
At the moment, ج.م. 2,402 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 5,186. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BFS to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BFS to ZRH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Belfast to Belfast International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BFS:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Reserve a hotel near ZRH if you're on a late Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Belfast International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFS to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
