On this page, you can find and book flights from Washington to Zurich. The 6,669 km route is served regularly, with a frequency of about 9 flights per week, allowing you to find a convenient departure time.
Flights on this route are operated by United Airlines and Swiss International Air Lines. Before booking, we recommend checking information on how to get to Washington airport and how to get from Zurich airport, as well as using the price chart to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Washington, D.C. → Zurich on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 8 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Swiss and United Airlines. Departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport airports, arrivals at Zurich Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Washington, D.C. — Zurich by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 985 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,628 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Washington, D.C. → Zurich, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,889 | low | May | AED 2,361 | medium | Sep | AED 1,816 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,816 | low | Jun | AED 2,979 | high | Oct | AED 1,744 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,744 | low | Jul | AED 3,051 | high | Nov | AED 1,671 | low |
| Apr | AED 2,252 | medium | Aug | AED 2,289 | medium | Dec | AED 2,834 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Zurich is characterized by moderate temperatures: the heat peaks in July with an average maximum of +24.6°C. January is considered the coldest period, with temperatures dropping to -1.1°C, while June is the rainiest month of the year.
Flight costs vary significantly depending on the season. Currently, the most affordable month to book tickets is July, with prices starting AED 985, while June sees a price peak starting AED 2,628.
From a budget and weather perspective, September appears to be the optimal time for a trip, with prices starting AED 1,306 and a comfortable average of +19.7°C. We recommend avoiding bookings for June to avoid overpaying for airfare during the period of peak demand.
Flights on the route from Washington to Zurich are operated by 2 main airlines: United Airlines and Swiss International Air Lines. Both direct flights and connecting options are available on this route, with a total frequency of about 9 departures per week. A detailed schedule, departure times, and carrier-specific information are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Washington, D.C. — Zurich depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive at Zurich Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the 6,669 km distance in approximately 8 hours. The final travel time depends on weather conditions and the chosen route (direct or connecting).
Regular air service between Washington and Zurich is provided by United Airlines and Swiss International Air Lines.
Yes, there are non-stop direct flights on this route operated by partner airlines several times a week.
Flight prices change constantly based on demand. You can find the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from the USA arrive at Zurich International Airport (ZRH), Switzerland's largest aviation hub with excellent transport connections.
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