Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is one hour ahead of Glasgow and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GLA to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between GLA and ZRH:
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London Luton Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
£35 is the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start from £87. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from GLA to ZRH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GLA to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GLA:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're arriving on a late Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zurich. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to ZRH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen Zurich. Around 45 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 60 miles south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.