Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris.
Take your pick of 67 weekly Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 06:40 departure with SWISS is the earliest you can take. Air France operates the last service of the day at 21:10.
Your CDG to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air France has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if your schedule allows.
Air France is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier offering CDG to ZRH flights, with 72.15% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CDG and ZRH:
Stuttgart Airport
Geneve Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
At the moment, Rs21,905 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs48,719. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CDG to ZRH, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
61.46% of flights taking off from Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CDG. Whether you have an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book 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 around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CDG to ZRH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres 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 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without seeing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.