Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is five hours ahead of Detroit and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DTW to ZRH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between DTW and ZRH:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, ₹ 18,884 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 35,306. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from DTW to ZRH, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of the flights that depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a hotel near ZRH if you're on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion to explore Zurich and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to ZRH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its must-visit sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
