Flying from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Belfast. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Your flight from Belfast to ZRH won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Belfast to ZRH that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BFS and ZRH include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes around 2 hours by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and ZRH are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You can arrive at BHD from central Belfast in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kms (5 miles) or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to ZRH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68.3%.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Follow your own route with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zurich and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Belfast to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich is around 6 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Zurich Airport is £40. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £88. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Belfast to ZRH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Belfast to Zurich Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Belfast to ZRH.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is the peak month for travel to Zurich. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Belfast to ZRH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Zurich when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 177 kms (110 miles) south-west to Lausanne to tick off its popular sights. From Olympic Park to Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique), your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Switzerland, head for Lugano, roughly 161 kms (100 miles) south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano are the start of reasons to visit.