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$248+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne, Switzerland

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WAS — ZRH
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne are usually found in April or February, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne (LU9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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June

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April

Round-trip from

$597
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$249
(Kiwi.com)
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Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

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Sun 11/245:10 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/128:25 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop25h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/21$627
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Thu 12/52:00 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop26h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/126:05 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop31h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/21$631
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Tue 12/310:45 amBWI - ZRH
2 stops17h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/108:25 pmZRH - BWI
2 stops31h 24mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/20$660
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Thu 12/57:19 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops21h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/96:00 pmZRH - BWI
2 stops35h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$735
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Mon 12/27:30 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops42h 15mIcelandair
Wed 12/1110:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops38h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 11/20$756
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Thu 12/55:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop23h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 12/94:20 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops28h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$786
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Wed 12/410:30 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/811:10 amZRH - IAD
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$794
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Wed 12/44:00 pmDCA - ZRH
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/88:45 amZRH - DCA
2 stops31h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$797
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Tue 12/37:40 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops42h 05mIcelandair
Tue 12/101:00 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop11h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 11/21$816
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Thu 12/56:25 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop11h 25mSWISS
Thu 12/1211:45 amZRH - IAD
Nonstop9h 45mSWISS
Deal found 11/21$952
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Tue 12/246:59 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop21h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/221:20 pmZRH - DCA
2 stops30h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$962
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Tue 12/2411:00 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mAir Canada
Thu 1/912:45 pmZRH - DCA
1 stop14h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/21$963

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/29

8:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Zurich

Sun 4/6

2:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$539

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/12

2:01 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops23h 44m

Zurich

Wed 2/19

10:25 am-12:38 am

2 stops20h 13m

$597

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/10

7:10 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Zurich

Mon 3/24

8:15 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$607

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/13

5:10 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops16h 15m

Zurich

Tue 2/18

8:25 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$610

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/7

10:30 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Zurich

Fri 2/14

6:10 am-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$619

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/23

12:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop15h 15m

Zurich

Tue 5/6

6:40 pm-10:50 am

1 stop22h 10m

$627

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/10

7:10 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Zurich

Mon 3/24

8:15 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$648

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/29

11:35 am-9:45 am

2 stops16h 10m

Zurich

Wed 2/5

10:25 am-10:00 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$649

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Zurich

Tue 1/14

1:00 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$654

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/12

11:10 am-6:15 am

1 stop13h 05m

Zurich

Tue 1/21

12:45 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$696

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne (average of $613). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,304). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to LU9 are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Lucerne by month

Plan your trip to Lucerne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lucerne ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lucerne when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Lucerne by month

Plan your trip to Lucerne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lucerne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lucerne. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne, such as Scandinavian Airlines, Turkish Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.7
Good
1,300 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.6
Good
804 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.6
Good
1,636 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Icelandair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $337. Users have also found prices from $384 and $419 on Scandinavian Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, respectively.

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  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne are Austrian Airlines (80%), Lufthansa (80%) and Air Canada (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,068 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. The cheapest flight overall is $413 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zurich) is currently priced at $485.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne (average of $613). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,304). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$409Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$410Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SWISSCheapest$547Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Aer LingusCheapest$555Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$582Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$601Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$630Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$676Average$1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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