Travelling from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Mexico City. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Mexico City to ZRH. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to ZRH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MEX arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 2 hours. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to ZRH flight is easier when you stay close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you just a short drive away.
76% of flights taking off from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Central Zurich is around 11 kilometres from Zurich Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, Rs121,782 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Zurich Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs240,597. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to ZRH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Mexico City to Zurich Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Zurich. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Mexico City to ZRH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Zurich Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zurich:
Bahnhofstrasse and Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Zurich to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Travel about 177 kilometres southwest to Lausanne to check off its top attractions. From Olympic Park to The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Lugano, about 161 kilometres south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are among its highlights.