Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
2 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. Zurich is 1 hour ahead of Faro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are 6 flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. The earliest departure from FAO to ZRH is at 05:45 and the latest is at 19:20.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FAO and ZRH include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Geneve Airport
Before organizing your cheap ticket from FAO to ZRH, check if you need a visa to enter Switzerland. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport is $23. The cheapest price for a return flight is $67. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FAO to ZRH.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from FAO to ZRH every day.
Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Traveling from central Faro to Faro Airport takes around 1 hour and 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 miles in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near FAO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 8 miles from the center of Zurich. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 50ºF and 81ºF. Lock in your flights from Faro Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from FAO to ZRH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºF and 45ºF on average.
More about Zurich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Zurich right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from FAO to ZRH:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are highlights which should be on any well-planned Zurich itinerary.
Complete your Zurich trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Zurich Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Zurich.
