Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between STN and ZRH:
Luxembourg Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
C$62 is currently the best price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$132. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from STN to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from STN to ZRH.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to Stansted Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near STN. Whether you have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Stansted Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to ZRH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key highlights.