Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 17 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Paris.
Zurich (the location of Zurich Airport) and Paris are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
The most popular route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). There are 67 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ZRH to CDG is the 06:45 Air France service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 21:45 with SWISS.
Leave enough time to make your flight from ZRH to Paris. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Paris. Start your trip at ZRH and touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Book your seat with SWISS. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Paris.
You don't need a visa for France if you hold a passport from Switzerland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Zurich Airport to Paris, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Paris
C$93 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Paris. Return flights start at C$193. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap tickets from ZRH to Paris by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Paris is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to CDG if you're taking a late flight from Zurich Airport to Paris. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Travelling by public transport will take around 57 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from ZRH to Paris:
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris. June is the most popular month to travel to Paris. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ZRH to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
After locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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Select one of our car rentals in Paris and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Paris.
