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$264+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne, Switzerland

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ZRH
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Gotogate
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Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$403
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One-way from

$264
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$762
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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 4, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 11/287:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Sat 12/131:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/4$406
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 11/287:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Thu 12/41:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/3$407
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 11/267:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Tue 12/91:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/2$427
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Thu 12/111:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/4$430
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 11/307:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop34h 25mIcelandair
Tue 12/91:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/4$449
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Icelandair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Thu 11/201:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/4$455
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 11/157:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Sat 11/221:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop35h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/2$518
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/510:55 amBWI - ZRH
2 stops16h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/1110:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops19h 54mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/3$524
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Sun 11/239:05 amBWI - ZRH
2 stops28h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/2710:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops20h 01mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/3$536
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Fri 12/57:40 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Tue 12/91:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 11/4$563
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/261:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop14h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/106:10 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4$610
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Mon 12/11:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop18h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/126:45 amZRH - IAD
1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4$611

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Lucerne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/2

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Zurich

Sat 2/7

1:00 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$454

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 12/5

10:55 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 45m

Zurich

Thu 12/11

10:25 am-12:19 am

2 stops19h 54m

$524

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/29

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Zurich

Sat 1/10

1:00 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$569

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/26

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Zurich

Tue 12/2

1:00 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$575

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/28

11:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

Sun 2/8

8:25 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops29h 27m

$614

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/16

11:10 am-2:10 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Zurich

Sun 11/23

8:25 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops32h 31m

$614

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

7:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Zurich

Thu 1/8

8:25 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$616

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/11

8:35 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Zurich

Tue 12/23

12:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$625

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 12/12

8:35 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Zurich

Thu 12/25

12:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$625

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

11:10 am-2:10 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Zurich

Sat 1/24

7:10 am-10:58 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$626

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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 October 31, 2025.

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 65 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne (average of $335). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $669). 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 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 4, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to LU9 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).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

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 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,560 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,365 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Icelandair
7.1
Good
571 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne?

    For as low as $718, Icelandair can have you in Lucerne from Washington, D.C. in 8h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4144 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Scandinavian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $330. Users have also found prices from $380 and $415 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Icelandair, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zurich, Baltimore/Washington - Zurich or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Zurich when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne.

  • 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 Air Canada (85%), United Airlines (85%) and SWISS (85%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,430 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. The cheapest flight overall is $378 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zurich) is currently priced at $429.

  • 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.

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

    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne (average of $335). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $669). 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

Discover the top 9 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$381Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$383Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$494Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$530Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$545Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$575Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$576Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$596Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$618Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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