Travelling from Rome to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
The average length of a direct Rome to Zurich Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route. There are 46 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with SWISS at 8:10pm. Opt for the first FCO to ZRH departure operated by easyJet at 6am if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Rome to ZRH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rome to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leave from this terminal.
At FCO, there's a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Rome to Zurich Airport, including:
SWISS is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FCO to ZRH.
ITA Airways is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rome to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 70.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Rome to Zurich Airport, browse these options when taking off from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
You can reach CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rome to ZRH flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.18%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Have a late flight from Rome to Zurich Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near ZRH and hit the lights earlier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Rome to Zurich Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich is about 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Rs12,016 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts from Rs25,419. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rome to ZRH.
The best month for landing cheap Rome to Zurich Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Zurich Airport (ZRH), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Rome to ZRH flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Zurich Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Rome to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Zurich when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-west of Zurich, a trip to Lausanne will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Around 161 kilometres south of Zurich, Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.