Flying from Glasgow to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Glasgow to ZRH. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to ZRH departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your flight from Glasgow to Zurich Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and ZRH include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to ZRH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
76.7% of flights leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Zurich Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
The centre of Zurich is around 10 kilometres from Zurich Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Zurich Airport is RM202. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM494. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Zurich Airport (ZRH), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to ZRH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Zurich Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
Bahnhofstrasse and Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau are a couple of major attractions to put on your Zurich itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen Zurich. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Switzerland, consider Lugano, about 161 kilometres south of Zurich. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano are key reasons to visit.