Flying from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, making Zurich one hour ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you get on your BHD to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BHD and ZRH include:
London Luton Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
₹ 8,410 is currently the lowest price for a one-way George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 14,459. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BHD to ZRH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHD to ZRH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Of all flights leaving George Best Belfast City Airport, 68.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Belfast to George Best Belfast City Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BHD? If you're catching an early flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you're taking a late George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zurich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHD to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.
