Travelling from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Rochester.
Your ROC to ZRH flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ROC and ZRH:
New York Newark Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport flight is $483. A return plane ticket right now is $1,192. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ROC to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ROC to ZRH.
Pick your ideal 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 Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
72% of flights departing from Rochester Airport land at their destination on time.
Rochester Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ROC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you're catching a late Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Rochester Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ROC to ZRH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Bern is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.