Flying from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Hartford.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BDL to ZRH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BDL and ZRH include:
Dublin Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, RM1,303 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,128. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BDL to ZRH if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Bradley International Airport (BDL)
BDL is located at Schoephoester Road.
80.22% of flights departing from Bradley International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of BDL.
Central Hartford to Bradley International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BDL:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider booking a hotel near ZRH if you're taking a late Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zurich. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Bradley International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to go to Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BDL to ZRH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its popular sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
