Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Phoenix.
Your PHX to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PHX and ZRH:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,179 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,724. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHX to ZRH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from PHX reach their destination without delay.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider booking a hotel near ZRH if you're catching a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin 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 possible rate by booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PHX to ZRH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
If you want to check out another major destination in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum are highlights.
