Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Havana Airport (HAV): what you need to know
Havana is six hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your ZRH to HAV flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Havana Airport (HAV)
Currently, $805 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Havana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,486. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ZRH to HAV, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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 a flight from Zurich Airport to Havana Airport.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Havana Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ZRH:
Arriving at Havana Airport (HAV)
Getting in late on a Zurich Airport to Havana Airport flight? Collect your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to HAV are Migaby House and Hostal Doña Amalia Cuba.
Getting from Havana Airport (HAV) to central Havana
From Havana Airport, Havana is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Havana Airport (HAV)
October is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Havana Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Havana in March.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Havana Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to HAV in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Cuba
Camaguey is just one of the many places in Cuba waiting to be explored once you've seen Havana. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced, Catedral de Senora de la Candelaria and Iglesia de Santa Ana.
Santa Clara is another must-experience destination in Cuba and is around 257 kilometres east of Havana. No journey is complete without experiencing Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).