Flying from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Dubai has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The average time for a direct Dubai to Zurich Airport flight is 6 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Emirates at 3:55pm. Go for the first DXB to ZRH departure operated by SWISS at 1am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport with Emirates. This popular carrier operates departures from DXB.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Emirates from DXB to ZRH.
SWISS shines when it comes to on-time performance. An exceptional 83.61% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to ZRH departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can book a direct Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flight ticket with departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Figure out if flying from DWC works better for your plans.
BeOnd offers direct flights from Dubai to ZRH out of DWC. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
On the DWC to ZRH route, BeOnd is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport, browse these options when heading out from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can arrive at DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to ZRH flight:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near ZRH and shut your eyes sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and discover more of Zurich and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Dubai to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Zurich Airport is $202. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $422. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to ZRH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Zurich Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Save on your flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is the peak month for travel to Zurich. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
Book a Dubai to ZRH flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Zurich right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport:
Bahnhofstrasse and Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Zurich travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-west of Zurich, a trip to Lausanne will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Around 161 kilometres south of Zurich, Lugano is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
