Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGA to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGA and ZRH:
Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport flight is C$271. A return plane ticket is currently C$610. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGA to ZRH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The address for LGA is Hangar 7 Centre.
80.0% of flights departing from LaGuardia Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LGA.
To reach LaGuardia Airport from central New York, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to LGA? If you've booked an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you're on a late LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience more of Zurich and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGA to ZRH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you should also see. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.