Flights from Paris to Zurich

Flights from Paris to Zurich

Finding flights from Paris to Zurich is easy and convenient with Omio. Multiple flights are offered daily, including direct and connecting, with layovers in Frankfurt Am Main (FRA). Flights from Paris to Zurich are a breeze, and if you select a direct route, the 304-mile (489 km) journey between France’s City of Love and Switzerland’s financial capital can be completed in only about 1h.

How many flights are there from Paris to Zurich?

Flights are available from Paris to Zurich on a daily basis, typically with about two to eight per day, depending on which carrier you prefer and on which day of the week you wish to travel. While most flights depart in the late morning or early evening (for example, around 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.), some afternoon flights are available as well. It all depends on which airline carrier you prefer.

What are the departure and arrival airports for a flight from Paris to Zurich?

Departure airport: Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) sits about 21 miles (34 km) from the city center, a journey easily completed by train or bus. If you’re traveling by train, just take the RER B line from Paris-Gare Du Nord. Trains depart about every 10-15min. Remember that all flights depart from Terminal 2 once you get to the airport. Traveling by the Roissybus will take about 1h with departures from the Paris Opéra stop at the corner of Rue Scribe and Rue Aubert. Busses run from 5:15 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. and leave about every 15-30min. After arriving at Charles De Gaulle, be sure to enjoy the many familiar restaurant locations (like McDonald's), as well as the currency exchange, if needed. Note that during the Coronavirus pandemic, the airport is open only to ticketed travelers and staff/airline crew members. There is a lab where travelers can come for Covid-19 testing up to 72h before departure with results available within 24h-48h. Testing for antibodies is also available. To use this service, you’ll need to arrive having made a Doctolib reservation and with your flight ticket/documents in hand.

Arrival airport: Zurich Airport (ZRH) is located just over 6 miles (10 km) north of the city of Zurich. Once you have landed, check out the wide array of shops and restaurants in the new Circle section of the airport. Getting to downtown Zurich from the airport is quick and easy. By Metro train, simply take the S-Bahn S2 or S16, or if you prefer, there is also a tram called the "Glattalbahn". Just take trams 10 or 12 right into the city. Another option for getting to the city is bus line 531, which will deliver travelers to the Bülach district in Zurich.

Paris to Zurich flights: Which airlines cover this route?

Flights from Paris to Zurich are available every day of the week. However, the airline carriers operating this route may vary depending on the day of the week or even on the time of day you may want to travel. Generally speaking, Lufthansa and Swiss Airlines will be the most common options, although AirFrance also offers one flight per week on this route.

Lufthansa airline flights from Paris to Zurich

Lufthansa offers daily flights from Paris to Zurich with one connection in Frankfurt Am Main. These flights can be as short as 3h 30min, with light, standard, and flex classes available. Light fares allow for one personal item and one cabin bag, while standard fares allow for a checked bag and seat selection. This second class of ticket comes with an additional fee, which is non-refundable. Lastly, travelers may select a Flex fare, which allows for the previously listed luggage terms, in addition to priority boarding. This class of ticket is fully refundable. Lufthansa flights departing from Paris Charles De Gaulle leave from Terminals 2A, 2E, and 2F. Monitors in the airport will indicate which terminal you will need. Lufthansa recommends arriving at the airport at least 2h before departure for a smooth check in and boarding process. During the Coronavirus pandemic, Lufthansa has committed to additional sanitizing regimens on their aircraft and do require that all passengers and crew members wear face coverings. Before leaving Paris Charles De Gaulle, air travelers may also take Covid-19 and antibody screening tests.

Swiss airline flights from Paris to Zurich

Swiss offers a direct flight twice a week lasting about 1h 15m. These flights feature Light (non-refundable) fares which permit a single personal item to be brought aboard. Standard class is also available for a non-refundable fee and allows for a cabin bag and a checked bag, along with seat selection. Finally, a Flex fare can be purchased which permits all of the aforementioned baggage allowances in addition to priority boarding. This last fare is fully refundable. As with other airlines, Swiss departs from Terminals 2A, 2E, and 2F at Paris Charles De Gaulle. You can identify which terminal to use by checking the monitors posted throughout the airport. Please arrive at least 2h before departure to ensure a smooth security and boarding experience. You can use the Covid-19 testing available before departing for your journey, and remember that Swiss does require face masks be worn by all passengers and crew members.

Air France flights from Paris to Zurich

Air France makes the journey between Paris and Zurich once a week with a direct flight lasting about 1h 15m. Only Light fare is available for this flight, meaning that passengers may only bring a single personal item on board which weighs no more than 4 pounds (1.8 kg) and one cabin bag weighing no more than 22 pounds (10 kg). Travelers may pay for additional baggage at check in. It is recommended that all travelers arrive at the airport at least 2h early to allow for check in, security, and boarding procedures. Covid-19 and antibody testing is offered at Charles De Gaulle for passenger use before departing on international flights. Flights depart from Terminals 2A, 2E, and 2F. Air France is conducting increased sanitizing of its planes and does require the wearing of masks by all passengers and crew members during the Coronavirus pandemic.

How to find cheap flights from Paris to Zurich

Omio makes it easy to find cheap flights from Paris to Zurich. The secret is booking early. Ticket prices tend to increase the closer the date of departure is. Another tip is to travel light. While all flights allow for a carry-on, most airlines will charge extra for checked bags. Finally, being flexible in your travel times and days is always a good strategy for saving money. Sometimes just moving your journey one day ahead or back, or even just a couple of hours earlier or later on the same day can mean a big difference in the price you pay.

How long is the flight from Paris to Zurich?

Flights between Paris and Zurich vary in length, depending on whether or not there’s a connection. If you’re flying directly, you can expect travel times of around 1h-3h. However, if there’s a layover in your journey, this can sometimes double the time. Thankfully, Omio always displays flight times on the booking platform so you can feel confident that your flight will be the best match for your busy schedule.