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$247+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zurich (ZRH)

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WAS — ZRH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Zurich are usually found in April or November, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$376
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$247
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$724

Good round-trip deal

$855 or less

Good one-way deal

$480 or less
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zurich
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($280 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/108:30 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
Tue 3/181:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 1/19$376
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/167:10 pmBWI - ZRH
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/258:55 pmZRH - BWI
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$489
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:10 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops37h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 3/251:00 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops32h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$528
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/48:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
Sat 5/102:00 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop11h 20mIcelandair
Deal found 1/21$538
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/247:15 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop11h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 3/36:10 amZRH - IAD
1 stop12h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/21$542
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:10 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop11h 10mAer Lingus
Wed 4/211:15 amZRH - IAD
1 stop14h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 1/19$583
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/192:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/2411:05 amZRH - IAD
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$597
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/910:44 amBWI - ZRH
2 stops27h 01mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 2/1910:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops20h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/20$617
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/177:40 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/248:10 amZRH - IAD
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$630
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1611:10 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop14h 05mAir Canada
Tue 3/2512:45 pmZRH - DCA
1 stop13h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$716
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:00 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/912:40 pmZRH - DCA
1 stop32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$735
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:25 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/251:00 pmZRH - DCA
1 stop24h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$742

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/10

8:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Zurich

Tue 3/18

1:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$376

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/16

7:10 pm-8:55 am

3 stops32h 45m

Zurich

Tue 3/25

8:55 pm-6:00 pm

3 stops26h 05m

$489

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

6:10 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Zurich

Tue 3/25

1:00 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$528

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/5

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Zurich

Thu 5/15

2:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$531

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/24

7:15 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Zurich

Mon 3/3

6:10 am-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$542

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/19

9:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Mon 3/3

2:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$597

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/9

10:44 am-7:45 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Zurich

Wed 2/19

10:25 am-12:35 am

2 stops20h 10m

$617

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

8:40 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Zurich

Tue 3/25

8:55 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops27h 30m

$632

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/29

5:25 pm-9:35 am

1 stop11h 10m

Zurich

Fri 4/4

11:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$694

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/16

11:10 am-6:15 am

1 stop14h 05m

Zurich

Tue 3/25

12:45 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$716

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zurich in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zurich

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

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Zurich flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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 Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to ZRH are scheduled on a Tuesday (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 Zurich by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich 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 Zurich when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Zurich by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, 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 Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Scandinavian Airlines, Delta and SWISS from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
1,320 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zurich from Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly into Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight to Zurich from Washington, D.C.. On average, Zurich has 5 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 11 airlines. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich round-trip from $376. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scandinavian Airlines, from $528, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from $542. Icelandair is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $378 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Icelandair from $388 and Scandinavian Airlines from $395 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Zurich?

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Reykjavik?

    Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa, and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are currently the most popular points of interest in Reykjavik at the moment. Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are located about 23.2 mi, 23.3 mi, and 24.6 mi, respectively from Reykjavik Keflavik Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Reykjavik can rent a car from Reykjavik Keflavik Intl for about $51 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Copenhagen?

    The majority of Copenhagen visitors spend their time at Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen. Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen are located about 5.3 mi, 5.1 mi, and 5.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen. Those on a layover in Copenhagen in need of a rental car can book one at Kastrup Copenhagen for about $27.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Zurich flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich?

    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 Zurich.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zurich 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 Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$401Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$409Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$516Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$551Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$594Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$630Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$710Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$714Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$724Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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