Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Doha.
Take your pick of 20 weekly Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Qatar Airways operates the latest service of the day at 09:10.
Leave enough time to catch your DOH to ZRH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Zurich (and then discovering more of Switzerland!) is easy with Qatar Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Qatar Airways on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers DOH to ZRH flights. A reliable 90.35% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DOH and ZRH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Right now, Rs38,246 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs79,819. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DOH to ZRH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DOH to ZRH.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights departing from Hamad International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from DOH.
Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to DOH:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you have a late Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DOH to ZRH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you want to check out another major stop in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.
