Traveling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
Every week, there are 20 Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, go for the 18:10 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:05 with SWISS.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your EWR to ZRH flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
SWISS is your ticket to exploring Zurich (and maybe even some other great corners of Switzerland!). Browse the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this popular airline.
SWISS is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier offering EWR to ZRH flights, with 75.83% of its services landing on time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and ZRH:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is $220. A round-trip fare is currently $396. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EWR to ZRH.
The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of the departures from Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% land on schedule at their destination.
Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near EWR:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you have a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zurich and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zurich. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 50ºF and 81ºF. Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to ZRH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºF and 45ºF on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 45 miles west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If there's time to check out another corner of Switzerland, consider Bern, about 60 miles south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.
