Flying from Beijing to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Beijing. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
To ensure you get on your flight from Beijing to ZRH, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Beijing to ZRH leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
PEK is about 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PEK arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Split up your flight from Beijing to Zurich Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Beijing Daxing International Airport and ZRH are:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Beijing to ZRH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Beijing Daxing International Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 87%.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Zurich Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Beijing to Zurich Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
$448 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts from $642. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to ZRH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Beijing to Zurich Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Beijing to ZRH.
Find a cheap flight from Beijing to Zurich Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
Book a Beijing to ZRH plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Zurich Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Zurich right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Zurich Airport:
Your Zurich visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you should also see. About 177 kilometres southwest of Zurich, a visit to Lausanne will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Switzerland, consider Lugano, roughly 161 kilometres south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are among the biggest draws.
