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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 2.1% of flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should anticipate that most routes will involve at least one connection, and often two, when planning their journey to Zürich.

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

The median direct flight time from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is 8 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 6673 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 13 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should factor in these longer durations when planning their itinerary, as a single stop can add over five hours to the journey.

Should I set a price alert for Washington, D.C. to Zürich flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich have been frequent across the trailing 30 days. This indicates that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings are common on this route. Setting a price alert can be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a more favorable fare, as new deals tend to emerge regularly.

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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 8h 20m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration reflects the overall travel time for this long-haul route. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time extends to 16h 25m, indicating that layovers significantly impact the total travel duration.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich, fares typically range from $950–$1305, with a median of $1097. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices if you monitor the market.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich? The most affordable month to fly is typically February, with a median fare of $561. Following February, April also presents lower prices, with a median fare of $781. August offers a median fare of $1033, which is still below the overall median for the route.

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are uncommon, with only 2.1% of recent fares being non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2, indicating that travelers should expect multiple stops on this route.

The distance between Washington, D.C. and Zürich is approximately 6673 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often requires connecting flights.

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

Regular price: $616 - $1,379

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

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically between $616 and $1379. The current lowest deal is $595 with Icelandair, for travel from Jan 6-Jan 19.

now $595

Low $616

High $1,379

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 $561. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2073. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $561

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,073

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

United Airlines

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

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

Turkish Airlines

$768

$737

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$748

$653

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$760

$692

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$792

$653

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$750

$596

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$766

$606

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$855 → $606

29%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$893 → $691

23%

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

$830 → $632

24%

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$831 → $633

24%

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

Washington, D.C. - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are above the typical level of $1097.

📅 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 $561.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 8h 20m.

Direct flights to Zürich typically take 8h 20m, while connecting flights average 16h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 2.1% of recent flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport offers the most budget-friendly flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich.

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

💸 Flights from ~$483

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, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$483

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

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

📍 ~85 km from Zürich (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$605

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zürich

$2,372

Save $1,606

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically 60+ days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within this window had an average price of $1201. In contrast, booking within 7-13 days of departure saw average prices rise to $1209, and flights booked 14-27 days out averaged $1407. Planning ahead by at least two months generally offers more favorable pricing.

In the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zürich was considered to be $950 or less. The median price for this route was $1097. Prices around $1305 or higher were observed for the more expensive fares during this period. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $950 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is February, with a median price of $561. April also offers more affordable options, with a median price of $781. The most expensive month across the trailing 270 days was August, where the median price reached $1033, compared to an annual median of $1097 for the 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: $616 - $1,379

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

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich is typically between $616 and $1379. The current lowest deal is $595 with Icelandair, for travel from Jan 6-Jan 19.

now $595

Low $616

High $1,379

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

February

Cheapest

Flights from $561

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,073

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zürich

United Airlines

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

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Zürich (ZRH)

Turkish Airlines

$768

$737

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$748

$653

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$760

$692

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$792

$653

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$750

$596

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Zürich

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Zürich (ZRH)

Icelandair

$766

$606

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$855 → $606

29%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$893 → $691

23%

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

$830 → $632

24%

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$831 → $633

24%

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