Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Alicante and Zurich follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 17 Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 06:50 Vueling flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:10 with SWISS.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ALC to ZRH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport. When you're ready to start your Zurich holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Switzerland:
SWISS tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating ALC to ZRH flights, SWISS has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALC and ZRH:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, $35 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $119. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ALC to ZRH by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ALC to ZRH.
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Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights leaving from Alicante-Elche Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zurich and beyond.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Zurich. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Zurich in January.
Before locking in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC 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 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its top sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.