Travelling from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zurich six hours ahead of Milwaukee.
Your MKE to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MKE and ZRH:
Philadelphia International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
£456 is currently the best price for a one-way General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start from £649. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MKE to ZRH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport.
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Handy information about General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The address for MKE is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Of all flights leaving General Mitchell International Airport, 78.97% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach General Mitchell International Airport from central Milwaukee, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MKE. Whether you've booked an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ZRH if you're on a late General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MKE to ZRH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zurich. Around 45 miles away to the west, top sights here 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 dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
