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$281+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — WAS
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Thu 6/19
Thu 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 June 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$466
(British Airways)

One-way from

$281
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$592

Good round-trip deal

$634 or less

Good one-way deal

$557 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 9/217:45 amZRH - BWI
1 stop17h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 9/279:20 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/13$466
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:15 amZRH - IAD
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/410:50 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:10 amZRH - BWI
1 stop14h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/171:01 pmBWI - ZRH
2 stops13h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$494
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/71:20 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop12h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 10/310:45 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop16h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$495
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2310:15 amZRH - DCA
1 stop15h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/34:45 pmDCA - ZRH
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$497
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Fri 10/316:55 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops29h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 11/158:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop11h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/13$502
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Thu 8/142:00 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop14h 10mIcelandair
Thu 9/411:15 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop10h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 6/12$510
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2510:55 amZRH - IAD
1 stop33h 45mITA Airways
Tue 7/84:30 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop11h 35mITA Airways
Deal found 6/12$517
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:05 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/310:45 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$518
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/148:15 amZRH - IAD
1 stop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/25:45 pmIAD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$521
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 11/131:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 30mIcelandair
Mon 11/177:30 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
Deal found 6/13$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 9/47:15 amZRH - DCA
2 stops14h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/148:30 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$540

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 June 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Zurich

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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

ZurichBaltimore

ZRH - BWI

ZRHBWI

Zurich

Sun 9/21

7:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/27

9:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$466

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Tue 9/9

7:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

10:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$494

ZurichBaltimore

ZRH - BWI

ZRHBWI

Zurich

Thu 11/13

10:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/17

1:01 pm-8:15 am

2 stops13h 14m

$494

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sun 9/7

1:20 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

10:45 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$495

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - DCA

ZRHDCA

Zurich

Sun 11/23

10:15 am-7:59 pm

1 stop15h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/3

4:45 pm-8:15 am

1 stop9h 30m

$497

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Fri 10/31

6:55 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

8:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$502

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Thu 8/14

2:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/4

11:15 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$510

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Wed 6/25

10:55 am-2:40 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/8

4:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop11h 35m

$517

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Sat 9/6

7:05 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

10:45 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$518

ZurichWashington, D.C.

ZRH - IAD

ZRHIAD

Zurich

Thu 8/14

8:15 am-3:15 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/6

8:45 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

$521

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ZRH

ZRH offers fast and efficient security lines. Priority lanes are available for Star Alliance Gold or premium cabin passengers.

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IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to D.C. in under 40 minutes, offering a cost-effective travel option.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 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.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Zurich to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $349). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 June 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Washington, D.C. at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich 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 June 14, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and LOT from Zurich to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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!
LOT
7.6
Good
1,079 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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!
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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 airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C.. On average, Zurich has 6 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 3 airlines. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $466. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $494, and Scandinavian Airlines, from $502. British Airways is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $533 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SWISS from $546 and Brussels Airlines from $549 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Zurich to Washington, D.C. are Zurich - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Zurich - Baltimore/Washington and Zurich - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Zurich, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (77%), Austrian Airlines (77%), Lufthansa( 77%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,644 for a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $471 while the most popular route, (Zurich - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $416.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Zurich to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $349). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$438Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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