Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Washington DC is six hours behind Zurich and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your ZRH to BWI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
$719 is the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight. Return flights start at $952. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZRH to BWI if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
76% of flights leaving from Zurich Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Consider booking a hotel near BWI if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Baltimore Washington International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Baltimore Washington International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
From Baltimore Washington International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Washington DC in March.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to BWI in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.