Dulles Intl

$459+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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ZRH — IAD
Aug 21 — Aug 281
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in February or June, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$501
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$459
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$660

Good round-trip deal

$627 or less

Good one-way deal

$635 or less
From Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:50 pmZRH - IAD
Nonstop9h 25mSWISS
Thu 9/115:45 pmIAD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 20mSWISS
Deal found 8/14$501
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:25 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop30h 13mAir Canada
Wed 10/19:35 amIAD - ZRH
2 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 8/15$502
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:40 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop28h 33mAir Canada
Thu 9/113:41 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops13h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$503
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:25 amZRH - IAD
2 stops14h 53mAir Canada
Tue 9/99:35 amIAD - ZRH
1 stop14h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$504
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/77:25 amZRH - IAD
2 stops19h 40mAir Canada
Tue 9/303:36 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops17h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 8/15$505
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/239:50 amZRH - IAD
1 stop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/78:45 pmIAD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$507
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:25 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop26h 13mAir Canada
Fri 10/32:25 pmIAD - ZRH
2 stops15h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 8/15$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/277:20 amZRH - IAD
1 stop12h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2710:19 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop30h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$509
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:25 amZRH - IAD
2 stops14h 53mAir Canada
Sun 10/55:22 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop10h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 8/15$510
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:25 amZRH - IAD
2 stops14h 53mAir Canada
Thu 10/23:36 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop12h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$511
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:55 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/110:55 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop16h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$513

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Zurich

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Thu 9/4

2:50 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/13

10:05 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 35m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Fri 9/5

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

5:45 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Thu 11/13

11:25 am-8:29 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/6

4:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Thu 11/13

11:25 am-8:29 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/6

4:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Thu 12/18

11:45 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop9h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/28

5:25 pm-7:40 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sun 9/7

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

5:45 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Tue 9/23

2:00 pm-7:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/18

8:20 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sat 9/6

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

5:45 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sun 9/7

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/2

5:45 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$501

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Fri 9/5

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/2

8:45 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

$501

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The best insider tips for Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip
Airports
ZRH

Zürich Airport offers efficient security lines. Regular lanes are fast, making priority access unnecessary unless you lack lounge access.

Read more about ZRHby Yulia Denisyuk
IAD

The Washington Metro Silver line reaches IAD in under 40 minutes, offering a cheap and convenient city connection.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on IAD

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Dulles Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dulles Intl from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 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 Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 ZRH to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to Dulles Intl. 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 August 16, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to IAD are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated August 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS and United Airlines from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, you will be flying from Zurich. Zurich (ZRH) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city. Zurich is the only Zurich airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Zurich on a regular basis.

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

    United Airlines, at $438, was found to be the cheapest airline from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be SWISS. You may be able to fly from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport consider choosing Air Canada (69%), Austrian Airlines (69%) or Lufthansa (69%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $4,421, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $507. The most popular route (Zurich - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $401.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Dulles Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to Dulles Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to Dulles Intl?

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from Zurich to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 2 airlines flying from Zurich to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to Dulles Intl. 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$438Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$466Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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