Travelling from Osaka to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Osaka. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Osaka to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like April or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Osaka to ZRH that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KIX and ZRH include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Osaka to KIX takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Kansai International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Osaka to Zurich Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
73% of flights leaving from Kansai International Airport land at their destination on time.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
ITM is about 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Osaka to ZRH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Osaka Itami International Airport:
Flights from Osaka Itami International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 83% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
From central Osaka, UKB is around 32 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Osaka to Zurich Airport flight:
With 82% of its departing flights arriving as planned, UKB is a reliable starting point for any adventure.
The street address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Osaka to Zurich Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Osaka to Zurich Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Central Zurich is around 11 kilometres from Zurich Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, RM1,598 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Zurich Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,126. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Osaka to ZRH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Osaka to Zurich Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Osaka to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is when most people visit Zurich. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
Book a Osaka to ZRH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Zurich Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Osaka to Zurich Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Zurich when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zurich. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
Lugano is another standout destination in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.
