Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is five hours ahead of Rochester and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ROC to ZRH flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ROC and ZRH include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is $500. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,075. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from ROC to ZRH, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ROC to ZRH.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
ROC's address is 1200 Brooks Avenue.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Greater Rochester International Airport, 73.76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Rochester to Greater Rochester International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ROC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Zurich. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ROC to ZRH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
