Flying from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Hanoi.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your HAN to ZRH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HAN and ZRH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is £247. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £525. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from HAN to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HAN to ZRH.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Noi Bai International Airport, data shows 75.32% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Noi Bai International Airport from central Hanoi, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HAN:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Reserve a hotel near ZRH if you have a late Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 8 miles from the centre of Zurich. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Noi Bai International 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).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HAN to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. Around 45 miles west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 60 miles south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without seeing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.