Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Hong Kong.
You can choose from 35 weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Cathay Pacific is the earliest you can take. SWISS operates the latest service of the day at 23:50.
To ensure you get on your HKG to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Cathay Pacific offers direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Cathay Pacific on this route.
With a dependable 90.35% of services arriving as scheduled, Cathay Pacific has the best on-time record for HKG to ZRH flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HKG and ZRH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
At the moment, £229 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £399. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HKG to ZRH.
The cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of the departures from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near HKG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zurich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 8 miles from central Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKG to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Zurich, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 45 miles west to Basel to tick off its popular sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bern is another standout destination in Switzerland and is around 60 miles south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.