Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nottingham.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your EMA to ZRH flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EMA and ZRH:
Geneve Airport
Dublin Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, Rs20,796 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs56,755. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EMA to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EMA to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of East Midlands Airport, data shows 75.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near EMA. Whether you have an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Zurich and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your trip.
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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from East Midlands Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to visit Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EMA to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its top sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.