Travelling from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Bournemouth.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BOH to ZRH flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BOH and ZRH:
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport flight is C$156. A return fare right now is C$373. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BOH to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BOH to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bournemouth Airport, 76.27% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Bournemouth to Bournemouth Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BOH? If you're catching an early flight from Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Bournemouth Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BOH to ZRH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Switzerland, consider Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key highlights.