Flying from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Take a direct flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport and you'll be travelling for around 6 hours 50 minutes.
Zurich is 3 hours behind Dubai. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Beond at 18:00. Choose the first DXB to ZRH departure operated by SWISS at 01:15 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can hop on a direct flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
When leaving from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport with SWISS.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Dubai to ZRH departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
The distance from central Dubai to DXB is around 14 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Planning to leave from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) from this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Dubai to ZRH with Beond. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of DWC.
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Dubai to ZRH? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Dubai to Zurich Airport from $232 or travel return from just $445. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from Dubai to ZRH.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Zurich Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Dubai to ZRH.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Zurich, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Dubai to ZRH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Dubai to Zurich Airport.
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Dubai to Zurich Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
One of the best ways to experience Zurich is to check out its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Zurich and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Dubai to Zurich Airport.
