Flying from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Belfast is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of Belfast. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Belfast to ZRH leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
From central Belfast, BFS is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can get to BHD from the centre of Belfast in about 12 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 22 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Belfast to ZRH? Kick back in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
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.
It takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Zurich Airport is Rs18,180. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs40,526. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Belfast to ZRH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Belfast to Zurich Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Belfast to ZRH. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to Zurich Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Belfast to ZRH for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC to 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC.
More about Zurich
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Zurich right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are attractions you won't want to skip in Zurich.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Belfast to Zurich Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Zurich. Explore the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
