Travelling from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is five hours ahead of Knoxville and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your TYS to ZRH flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way McGhee Tyson Airport to Zurich Airport flight is £219. A return ticket is currently £461. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from TYS to ZRH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Zurich Airport.
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Handy information about McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Of the departures from McGhee Tyson Airport, 78.98% land on time at their destination.
McGhee Tyson Airport is about 14 miles from central Knoxville. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near TYS? If you're catching an early flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late McGhee Tyson Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 8 miles from the centre of Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zurich in January.
Book your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to explore Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TYS to ZRH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've seen Zurich. Around 45 miles away to the west, check out popular attractions including Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 60 miles south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.