Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Belfast: what you need to know
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Belfast is one hour behind Zurich.
To avoid rushing for your ZRH to Belfast flight, leave 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.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Travelling from central Zurich to ZRH takes about 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Belfast? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ZRH:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 69.02% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Belfast
$99 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start at $222. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ZRH to Belfast, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Zurich Airport to Belfast ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ZRH to Belfast by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Zurich Airport to Belfast by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Belfast, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Explore without limits with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and see more of Belfast and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Belfast International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from ZRH to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is located around 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from Zurich Airport to Belfast has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near BHD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ZRH to Belfast flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Travel to Belfast during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Zurich Airport to Belfast in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Zurich Airport to Belfast plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to Belfast in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Belfast, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Belfast, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 354 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.
