Travelling from Toronto to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport (ZRH) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 2 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Toronto.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH), with 15 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to ZRH is the 16:25 SWISS option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:30 with Air Canada.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Toronto to ZRH.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Take the express route from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to Zurich Airport (ZRH) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of YYZ, you can take a direct flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport with Air Canada.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Prefer to leave from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)? You can book a direct flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport (ZRH) out of this busy hub.
From YTZ, direct flights from Toronto to ZRH can be booked with Air Canada.
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to ZRH:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich takes around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
R 4,623 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Zurich Airport. Return flights start from R 8,484. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Toronto to ZRH when you book 9 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Toronto to Zurich Airport, schedule your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to find the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Toronto to ZRH.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Zurich. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Toronto to ZRH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Zurich Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Zurich Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Zurich is to explore its most popular sights. Some highlights include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
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