Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to London City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Zurich.
You can choose from 40 weekly Zurich Airport to London City Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with SWISS is the earliest available. British Airways operates the last service of the day at 20:20.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to LCY flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
SWISS has direct flights from Zurich Airport to London City Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is SWISS.
SWISS is a leader in on-time performance for ZRH to LCY flights, with 87.02% of services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London City Airport (LCY)
Rs28,400 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to London City Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs47,981. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to LCY by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to London City Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to London City Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to London City Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
Book a hotel near LCY if you're catching a late Zurich Airport to London City Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from London City Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to London City Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to London City Airport for July if you want to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to LCY sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.




