Flying from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Zurich is 5 hours ahead of Philadelphia. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to ZRH, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Philadelphia to ZRH that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PHL and ZRH include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PHL is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Reserve a hotel close to ZRH if you're taking a late flight from Philadelphia 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 get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport from C$523 or travel return from just C$971. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Philadelphia to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Zurich in February when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Zurich. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Philadelphia to ZRH during then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -6ºC and 7ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport.
More about Zurich
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zurich right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Zurich Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are top attractions which should feature on every Zurich itinerary.
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