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$252+ 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ZRH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne

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Round-trip from

$502
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$252
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$766
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:00 amBWI - ZRH
2 stops21h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/1610:20 amZRH - BWI
2 stops18h 53mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$502
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:00 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops14h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/2210:20 amZRH - BWI
2 stops20h 21mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$524
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/204:44 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops21h 01mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/2710:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops19h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$525
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:00 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops14h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/1610:20 amZRH - BWI
2 stops18h 53mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$536
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/169:05 amBWI - ZRH
2 stops23h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/2310:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops20h 03mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$544
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/151:52 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops23h 48mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 1/2310:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops19h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$554
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/141:50 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops24h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/2810:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops19h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$555
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:49 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops17h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1110:25 amZRH - BWI
2 stops20h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$577
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop17h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/43:45 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops35h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/16$579
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Mon 11/109:37 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1812:40 pmZRH - BWI
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$581
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Thu 10/910:05 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops37h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/1710:20 amZRH - IAD
1 stop15h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$582
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/161:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/1910:50 amZRH - IAD
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$583

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 16, 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

Tue 10/7

1:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops14h 40m

Zurich

Thu 10/16

10:20 am-11:13 pm

2 stops18h 53m

$536

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/15

4:49 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops20h 51m

Zurich

Fri 1/23

10:25 am-9:56 pm

2 stops17h 31m

$555

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

12:11 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops19h 59m

Zurich

Thu 11/20

7:25 am-5:15 pm

2 stops15h 50m

$606

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

10:05 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Zurich

Fri 10/17

2:50 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$606

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

11:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 40m

Zurich

Sat 1/24

8:25 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$615

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/25

11:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

Fri 12/5

10:25 am-10:12 pm

2 stops17h 47m

$615

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

10:05 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 35m

Zurich

Thu 10/16

10:20 am-7:59 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$616

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/9

11:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

Sun 12/14

7:10 am-10:12 pm

2 stops21h 02m

$627

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

11:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 40m

Zurich

Sat 1/24

7:10 am-11:08 pm

2 stops21h 58m

$627

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/16

11:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 40m

Zurich

Wed 1/21

8:25 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$627

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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 September 12, 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, 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 $1,147). 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 September 16, 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 September 16, 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).

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 September 16, 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
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
1,486 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
8,924 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
1,274 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
7.0
Good
544 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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 $536, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Lucerne from Washington, D.C. in 14h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4101 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zurich, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Zurich or Baltimore/Washington - 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 (81%), United Airlines (81%) and SWISS (81%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,162 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lucerne. The cheapest flight overall is $344 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zurich) is currently priced at $469.

  • 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 $1,147). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$378Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IcelandairCheapest$383Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$494Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$516Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$530Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$547Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$576Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$605Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$619Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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