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

In the trailing 90 days, only a small percentage of flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich were non-stop, specifically 3.3%. The vast majority of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers is two. This indicates that direct options are relatively uncommon for this particular route.

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

A direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Zürich typically takes approximately 8 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 6673 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 12 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights add several hours to the total duration.

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

Historically, direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich typically cost about 12% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight in the trailing 90 days was $1156, while connecting flights had a median price of $1029. Despite the higher cost, direct flights represent a small portion of the available options, accounting for only 3.6% of flights. Travelers often weigh the convenience of a direct route against the potential savings of a connecting itinerary.

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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 for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the common travel experience. Travelers should anticipate a journey that includes transit time, as most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich, prices typically range from $844–$1268, with a median of $1062. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and approximately 27% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically during the winter and early spring months. February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $575. Following closely are March, with a median fare of $674, and January, where the median fare is $683. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

The route from Washington, D.C. to Zürich covers a substantial distance of 6673 kilometers. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant international flight. Travelers should prepare for an extended period of travel due to the considerable distance between these two cities.

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

Regular price: $653 - $1,165

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $653 and $1165. The current lowest deal is $518 with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 18.

now $518

Low $653

High $1,165

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

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

Swiss International Air Lines

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

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Frontier Airlines

$809

$674

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$739

$633

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$716

$626

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$739

$642

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$760

$632

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$836

$681

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$891 → $518

42%

8 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 14

$884 → $518

41%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

$872 → $518

41%

5 nights

Jan 11 - Jan 16

$837 → $518

38%

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 offers the lowest median price at $575

Historically, February, March, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 28h 0m

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich typically involve 2 stopovers, averaging 28h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Only 3.3% of recent flights are direct, making connecting flights the dominant option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines provides direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, consider booking soon

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich appear frequently.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$518

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$518

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a useful alternative due to its proximity and high flight volume, despite being shared with France and Germany.

📍 ~80 km from destination city (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$721

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $791. Booking too far in advance, such as 28-59 days out, can see prices rise to approximately $1462. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $1055, compared to the sweet spot.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is considered to be $844 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $1062. Fares exceeding $1268 are typically in the higher price range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the good price threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are February, with a median price of $575, and March, with a median price of $674. January also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $683. These months tend to be significantly more affordable than the annual median price of $1062 for this route. Planning your trip during these times can lead to considerable savings.

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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: $653 - $1,165

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $653 and $1165. The current lowest deal is $518 with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 18.

now $518

Low $653

High $1,165

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, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Frontier Airlines

$809

$674

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$739

$633

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$716

$626

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$739

$642

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

TAP Portugal

$760

$632

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$836

$681

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$891 → $518

42%

8 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 14

$884 → $518

41%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

$872 → $518

41%

5 nights

Jan 11 - Jan 16

$837 → $518

38%

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