Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is four hours behind Islamabad.
Your ISB to ZRH flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ISB and ZRH:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Rs63,640 is the best price for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs125,270. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ISB to ZRH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport.
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Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Islamabad to Islamabad International Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ISB? If you're boarding an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zurich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zurich in January.
Lock in your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to visit Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ISB to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.