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$342+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — WAS
Sep 10 — Sep 171
Thu 9/10
Thu 9/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2026.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/152:00 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Sun 11/17:40 pm -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 8/9$501
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 11/211:00 pm -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 11/297:40 pm -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 8/9$533
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/22:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Tue 9/88:30 pm -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/7$535
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 9/172:00 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Tue 9/298:30 pm -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/10$538
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 9/192:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Sun 9/2711:20 pm -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 8/10$541
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/22:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Sat 9/1211:20 pm -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 8/7$549
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 10/281:00 pm -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 11/297:40 pm -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 8/10$557
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 9/172:00 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Mon 10/58:30 pm -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/6$560
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/162:00 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Mon 10/58:30 pm -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/6$563
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/109:50 am -
1 stop16h 19m
Sat 10/242:59 pm -
1 stop12h 21m
Deal found 8/9$607
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/109:50 am -
1 stop13h 53m
Sat 10/2412:10 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 8/9$607
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Wed 9/210:10 am -
1 stop17h 35m
Sat 9/1211:10 am -
2 stops16h 50m
Deal found 8/8$611

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

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Switzerland to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated August 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$501
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$342

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$750

Good round-trip deal

$695 or less

Good one-way deal

$731 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. 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 August 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sun 9/6

7:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/13

9:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$606

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sun 10/11

7:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/19

6:32 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$608

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Fri 11/20

9:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/23

12:35 pm-9:50 am

2 stops15h 15m

$608

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ZRHDCA

Zurich

Wed 9/2

10:10 am-10:59 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/12

11:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops16h 50m

$611

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ZRHDCA

Zurich

Thu 9/17

10:10 am-6:28 pm

1 stop14h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/29

5:00 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$611

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ZRHDCA

Zurich

Sun 9/20

1:35 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/30

5:35 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$611

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ZRHDCA

Zurich

Tue 9/1

2:20 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops15h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/6

12:55 pm-10:00 am

2 stops15h 05m

$612

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ZRHDCA

Zurich

Fri 11/20

1:30 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop15h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/23

1:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops14h 30m

$613

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH Zurich - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Mon 11/2

1:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/1

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$616

GenevaWashington, D.C.

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

GVADCA

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 10/16

2:10 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops13h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/12

1:20 pm-8:25 am

2 stops13h 05m

$671

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. (average of $603). Flying from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $883). 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 CH to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 11, 2026.

When flying from Switzerland to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.. 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 11, 2026.

The most flights from CH0 to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Switzerland and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Switzerland to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Switzerland to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Switzerland to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated August 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS,United Airlines, andLufthansa from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,034 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,034 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,034 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,101 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,034 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,176 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,034 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.. 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 Switzerland to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $501, Icelandair can have you in Washington, D.C. from Switzerland in 11h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4144 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($297), British Airways ($312), and American Airlines ($347).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. are Zurich - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Zurich - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Air Canada (82%), Austrian Airlines (82%) or Lufthansa (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $593. While the most popular route (Zurich - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $501 on average, our data indicates $874 when flying from Switzerland to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C..

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. (average of $603). Flying from Switzerland to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $883). 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 3 airlines flying from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Switzerland to Washington, D.C.. 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 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$498Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$519Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$629Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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