Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport is 6 hours 50 minutes. Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zurich 3 hours behind Dubai.
Every week, there are 27 flights from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, jump on the 01:15 SWISS flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from DXB to ZRH is 22:15 with Emirates.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Zurich (and seeing more of Switzerland!) is straightforward with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport.
To break up your flight from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the DXB - ZRH route include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Switzerland. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from DXB to ZRH, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport is C$186. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$367. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from DXB to ZRH.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, Dubai Airport can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near DXB:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the center of Zurich. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to visit Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from DXB to ZRH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Zurich
After locking in your flights from DXB to ZRH, you'll want to find a place to stay in Zurich. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are top sights which should be on any well-planned Zurich itinerary.
Complete your Zurich trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Zurich Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Zurich vacation.