Flying from Brussels to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Brussels's main base, Brussels Airport (BRU), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Brussels to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Brussels to Zurich Airport flight.
Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route. There are 31 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with SWISS at 8:10pm. Go for the first BRU to ZRH departure operated by Brussels Airlines at 6:40am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you catch your flight from Brussels to ZRH, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Zurich Airport (ZRH) operate out of this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Brussels to Zurich Airport with Brussels Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from BRU.
Brussels Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BRU to ZRH.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is SWISS. Its services arrive without delay 77.97% of the time.
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to Zurich Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and ZRH include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
You can reach CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Brussels to ZRH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78%.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Zurich Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Brussels to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Zurich. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Zurich Airport is $129. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from Brussels to ZRH by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Brussels to Zurich Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Visit Zurich in January for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Book your Brussels to ZRH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Zurich Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Zurich
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera are attractions you won't want to skip in Zurich.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zurich. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
Lugano is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No journey is complete without visiting Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.