Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the two main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Zurich is 7 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ZRH. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Kuala Lumpur to ZRH leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
From the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL is approximately 64 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour and 32 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 27 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ZRH, chill out in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Zurich. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
For a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport, $433 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $821. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
To score flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest time to travel to Zurich. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport.
When booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ZRH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC.
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Bahnhofstrasse and Swiss National Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Zurich to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Grossmunster.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
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