How many flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 3.3% of flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich were non-stop. This indicates that direct options are less common for this route. When connecting flights are taken, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers.

What's the flight time from Washington, D.C. to Zürich?

The typical direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Zürich has a duration of 8 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 6673 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 12 hours and 45 minutes. This represents a difference of 4 hours and 40 minutes compared to direct routes.

How much more do direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich cost?

Historically, direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich have been about 12% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1156, while connecting flights had a median price of $1029. Direct flights accounted for approximately 3.6% of the available options in the trailing 90 days, indicating they are less frequent but come with a higher price point.

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Washington, D.C. to Zürich: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Zürich takes about 28h 0m, including connections. Given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the overall travel time for connecting flights.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $844–$1268, with a median of $1062. Currently, about 27% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating favorable opportunities for booking.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich? The most affordable months to fly are typically February, with a median fare of $575, followed by March at $674, and January at $683. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 3.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

The distance between Washington, D.C. and Zürich is approximately 6673 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route. This substantial distance means flights typically involve extended travel times, often with connections.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Regular price: $782 - $1,466

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically between $782 and $1466. The current lowest deal is $496 with Icelandair, for travel from Dec 8-Dec 16.

now $496

Low $782

High $1,466

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Zurich is February, with a median price of $575. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1641. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $575

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,641

Jan

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

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Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$944

$694

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$908

$677

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$945

$667

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$917

$692

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$936

$684

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$963

$695

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$960 → $496

48%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

$955 → $497

48%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$949 → $558

41%

4 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 13

$998 → $607

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Washington, D.C. - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are below the typical level, with 27% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $575.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 28h 0m long

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are typically long-haul, with a median duration of 28h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines has offered direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich appear frequently, making it easier to find good prices.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Consider Baltimore–Washington International for potentially cheaper flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$629

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is the primary international gateway for flights arriving in Zürich from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and tram)

💸 Flights from ~$674

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a major international alternative to Zurich with excellent rail connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from destination city (reachable by train, requiring a short bus transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$695

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, travelers flying from Washington, D.C. to Zürich have found the most favorable prices when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was around $791. Booking too far out, such as 28-59 days prior, typically resulted in higher prices, averaging $1462. Even booking 60+ days out was more expensive, with an average price of $1055, suggesting that waiting until closer to the departure date can yield better deals.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zürich was considered to be $844 or less. The median price for this route was $1062. Prices typically ranged up to $1268 for the higher end of fares in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich have been February, March, and January. In February, the median price was $575, while March saw a median of $674. January also offered relatively lower prices with a median of $683. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $1062 for this route.

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Washington, D.C. to Zürich: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Regular price: $782 - $1,466

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically between $782 and $1466. The current lowest deal is $496 with Icelandair, for travel from Dec 8-Dec 16.

now $496

Low $782

High $1,466

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

February

Cheapest

Flights from $575

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,641

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$944

$694

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$908

$677

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$945

$667

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$917

$692

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$936

$684

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$963

$695

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$960 → $496

48%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

$955 → $497

48%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$949 → $558

41%

4 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 13

$998 → $607

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich