Traveling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 17 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. Paris and Zurich share the same timezone (UTC+1).
Each week, there are 67 flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. If you want to get going early, take the 06:40 SWISS flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from CDG to ZRH is 21:45 with SWISS.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Zurich (and exploring more of Switzerland!) is easy with SWISS. This popular airline offers direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CDG and ZRH are:
Frankfurt Airport
Luxembourg Airport
Geneve Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from CDG to ZRH, check if you need a visa to enter Switzerland. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
C$113 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts at C$200. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from CDG to ZRH, book your trip 10 months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from CDG to ZRH. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 27 kilometres from the center of Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport can be reached in about 44 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CDG:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Reserve a hotel close to ZRH if you're taking a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from CDG to ZRH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Zurich right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from CDG to ZRH:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Zurich itinerary.
Complete your Zurich trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Zurich Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Zurich stay.
