Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Paris: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Paris is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Paris and Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
With 52 weekly flights between the two airports, Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from ZRH to CDG is with SWISS at 21:50.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ZRH to Paris flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Zurich Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) will be where your journey ends.
Book your seat with SWISS. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Paris.
The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes around 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ZRH:
76% of flights that depart Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Paris
RM296 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM700. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ZRH to Paris.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Paris. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ZRH to Paris.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to ORY. Unwind and get cosy after your ZRH to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY will help you stay within budget.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel close to BVA. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your ZRH to Paris flight:
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris for the lowest prices.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris. July is the busiest month to visit Paris. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Zurich Airport to Paris plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to Paris in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Paris, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are must-visits when exploring Paris.
Explore more of France
Paris has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres southeast of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are among the biggest draws.
