Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 8 hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). There are 3 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to YVR is the 13:15 edelweiss air option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 13:30 with edelweiss air.
To ensure you catch your flight from ZRH to Vancouver, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver. Start your journey at ZRH and touch down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Take to the skies with edelweiss air. This popular airline operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Vancouver.
To travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you hold a passport from Switzerland. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Zurich Airport to Vancouver.
ZRH is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near ZRH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vancouver
Rs79,667 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Vancouver. A return flight starts from Rs159,717. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from ZRH to Vancouver, book your journey 9 months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Vancouver. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for flight tickets from ZRH to Vancouver every day.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 33 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to YVR if you're taking a late flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is approximately 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
The trip will take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CXH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from ZRH to Vancouver:
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver. August is the busiest month to travel to Vancouver. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Vancouver in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ZRH to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Vancouver, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
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