Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Charlotte.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your CLT to ZRH flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CLT and ZRH:
Washington Dulles International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, $674 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $924. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CLT to ZRH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CLT to ZRH.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the flights that depart from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
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.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CLT to ZRH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.