Flying from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your ORY to ZRH flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORY and ZRH include:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Geneve Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
$97 is the best price for a one-way Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts from $226. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORY to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from ORY to ZRH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
ORY's address is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
75.56% of flights taking off from Paris Orly Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Paris to Paris Orly Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ORY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ZRH if you have a late Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Zurich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORY to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its must-visit sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key reasons to visit.