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$240+ 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 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ZRH
Jun 23 — Jun 301
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Lucerne flight deals. Data was last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$521
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$240
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,186
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lucerne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

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 June 18, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 11/287:30 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
Sun 12/71:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 6/18$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1011:51 amBWI - ZRH
1 stop14h 14mDelta
Tue 8/1910:10 amZRH - BWI
1 stop14h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/15$553
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/148:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
Wed 10/152:00 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop14h 10mIcelandair
Deal found 6/18$559
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Wed 7/238:45 pmIAD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/278:15 amZRH - IAD
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$561
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:30 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops15h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 12/148:25 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop26h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/17$564
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:45 pmIAD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 05mSWISS
Thu 9/1112:50 pmZRH - IAD
Nonstop9h 25mSWISS
Deal found 6/16$568
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Wed 10/89:40 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop14h 30mAir Canada
Tue 10/1412:40 pmZRH - DCA
1 stop27h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/18$568
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:30 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop16h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 12/312:35 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop12h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/17$571
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Tue 9/26:40 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/1112:50 pmZRH - IAD
Nonstop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$572
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Wed 7/238:18 amIAD - ZRH
2 stops15h 52mAir Canada
Wed 8/2712:40 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops17h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 6/16$574
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Sun 8/1010:20 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops38h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 8/191:15 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop13h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/18$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sun 12/288:30 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop20h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/81:20 pmZRH - DCA
1 stop25h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/18$580

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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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Lucerne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/11

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Zurich

Wed 8/20

4:55 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$521

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/10

11:51 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 14m

Zurich

Tue 8/19

10:10 am-6:24 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$553

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/14

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Zurich

Wed 10/15

2:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$559

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/23

8:45 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Zurich

Wed 8/27

8:15 am-3:50 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$561

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

8:30 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Zurich

Sun 12/14

8:25 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$564

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

8:45 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Zurich

Tue 9/9

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$568

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/8

9:40 am-6:10 am

1 stop14h 30m

Zurich

Wed 10/15

12:40 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$568

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/2

6:40 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Zurich

Thu 9/11

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$572

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/23

8:18 am-6:10 am

2 stops15h 52m

Zurich

Wed 8/27

12:40 pm-12:32 am

2 stops17h 52m

$574

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/10

10:20 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Zurich

Tue 8/19

1:15 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$577

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

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 June 13, 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 90 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,170). 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 June 18, 2025.

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 September 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 June 18, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to LU9 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 June 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne, such as Delta, KLM and LOT. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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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 $240. Users have also found prices from $307 and $400 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Scandinavian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 (73%), United Airlines (73%) and SWISS (73%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $4,217 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. The cheapest flight overall is $303 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zurich) is currently priced at $377.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,170). 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$381Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$382Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$383Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$468Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$498Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$530Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$555Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$652Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$664Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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