Flying from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Zurich Airport flight is 14 hours 10 minutes.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Shanghai.
The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). You can pick from 6 direct services every week. SWISS operates a 10:10am departure between PVG and ZRH.
Your flight from Shanghai to ZRH won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leave from this terminal.
SWISS is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport taking off from PVG.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PVG and ZRH is SWISS.
SWISS shines when it comes to on-time performance. A reliable 80.0% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Shanghai to ZRH with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PVG and ZRH include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH) out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
The drive from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to ZRH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Most flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Zurich Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich is about 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Rs78,525 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts at Rs157,592. These fares can change based on demand.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to ZRH.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Shanghai to Zurich Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Shanghai to ZRH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Zurich. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Zurich Airport (ZRH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Shanghai to ZRH flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Zurich Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zurich:
Your visit to Zurich should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you should also see. About 177 kilometres south-west of Zurich, a visit to Lausanne will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
