Flying from Stewart International Airport (SWF) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zurich five hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you catch your SWF to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Keflavik International Airport is a well-known stop between SWF and ZRH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stewart International Airport (SWF) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is AED 1,388. A round-trip ticket is currently AED 4,043. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SWF to ZRH, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SWF to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stewart International 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 Stewart International Airport (SWF)
SWF's address is 1180 1st St.
83.75% of flights leaving Stewart International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SWF.
Central New York to Stewart International Airport is around 121 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SWF. Whether you have an early flight from Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're getting in on a late Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the center of Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Zurich in January.
Lock in your flight from Stewart International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to explore Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SWF to ZRH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometers west to Basel to tick off its leading attractions. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometers south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
