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$223+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zurich (ZRH)

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WAS — ZRH
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$498
(oojo)

One-way from

$223
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,184

Good round-trip deal

$667 or less

Good one-way deal

$472 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/118:30 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
jue. 8/212:00 pmZRH - BWI
1 stop11h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 6/10$498
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/198:30 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/310:15 amZRH - BWI
2 stops15h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$506
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/129:20 pmBWI - ZRH
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
lun. 8/189:45 pmZRH - BWI
2 stops26h 18mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/36:53 amBWI - ZRH
1 stop19h 12mDelta
mar. 8/191:35 pmZRH - BWI
2 stops31h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/10$545
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 7/1111:15 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop31h 50mIcelandair
dom. 8/174:55 pmZRH - IAD
1 stop32h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 6/11$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/156:30 amDCA - ZRH
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/2111:45 amZRH - DCA
1 stop14h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$558
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/110:05 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop29h 35mScandinavian Airlines
mar. 9/92:00 pmZRH - IAD
2 stops35h 59mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$563
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lun. 9/15:35 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/1011:20 amZRH - IAD
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$565
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/28:40 pmDCA - ZRH
1 stop27h 50mAir Canada
mié. 8/207:10 amZRH - DCA
2 stops21h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$566
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dom. 8/248:45 pmIAD - ZRH
Nonstop8h 05mSWISS
vie. 9/512:50 pmZRH - IAD
Nonstop9h 25mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/912:35 pmIAD - ZRH
1 stop11h 45mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/2112:50 pmZRH - IAD
Nonstop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$569
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/119:50 amIAD - ZRH
2 stops18h 35mDelta
vie. 8/2210:10 amZRH - IAD
1 stop20h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/10$571

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

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BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 8/11

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Zurich

jue. 8/21

2:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$498

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 8/18

9:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Zurich

mié. 8/20

7:15 am-6:03 pm

2 stops16h 48m

$529

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 8/12

9:20 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Zurich

lun. 8/18

9:45 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$531

BaltimoreZurich

BWI - ZRH

BWIZRH

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 8/3

6:53 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 12m

Zurich

mar. 8/19

1:35 pm-3:34 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$545

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 7/11

11:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Zurich

dom. 8/17

4:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$558

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 9/1

6:10 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 40m

Zurich

mar. 9/9

11:45 am-9:20 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$562

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 9/1

10:05 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 35m

Zurich

mar. 9/9

2:00 pm-7:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$563

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 9/1

5:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Zurich

mié. 9/10

11:20 am-9:05 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$565

Washington, D.C.Zurich

DCA - ZRH

DCAZRH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 8/2

8:40 pm-6:30 am

1 stop27h 50m

Zurich

mié. 8/20

7:10 am-10:27 pm

2 stops21h 17m

$566

Washington, D.C.Zurich

IAD - ZRH

IADZRH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 9/3

8:45 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Zurich

mié. 9/17

12:50 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$567

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

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

Expect long security queues at IAD, especially in the afternoon. Plan extra time to navigate the airport's complex layout.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
ZRH

Take the train from ZRH to Zurich city center. Trains depart every 10 minutes and the journey takes about 12-15 minutes.

Read more about ZRHby Yulia Denisyuk
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Yulia Denisyuk

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Zurich

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

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

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

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,182). 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 ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Zurich 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 Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to ZRH are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 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 Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich 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 Zurich when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, 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 Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LOT and Austrian Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
1,077 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight to Zurich from Washington, D.C.. On average, Zurich has 7 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 9 airlines. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich round-trip from $498. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $529, and British Airways, from $531. Icelandair is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $223 on Icelandair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $313 and Scandinavian Airlines from $395 one-way.

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

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

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich?

    Flights departing from Washington, D.C. and landing in Zurich layover in Reykjavik most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Reykjavik?

    Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa, and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are currently the most popular points of interest in Reykjavik at the moment. Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are located about 23.2 mi, 23.3 mi, and 24.6 mi, respectively from Reykjavik Keflavik Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Reykjavik can rent a car from Reykjavik Keflavik Intl for about $66 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Zurich flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich is Copenhagen.

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

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

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

    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 Zurich.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,182). 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 Zurich

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Zurich. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$381Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$382Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$383Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$468Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$555Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$594Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$630Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$652Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$673Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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