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Zurich.P8,457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,457, select.
Zurich.P8,457 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,457, select.
Zurich.P8,533 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,533, select.
Zurich.P8,596 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,596, select.
Zurich.P8,596 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,596, select.
Zurich.P8,598 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,598, select.
Zurich.P8,598 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,598, select.
Zurich.P8,601 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,601, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in October.
Mar
from P9,797
Apr
from P9,806
May
from P9,911
Jun
from P8,596
Jul
from P8,596
Aug
from P8,598
Sep
from P8,601
Oct
from P8,533
Nov
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Dec
from P8,627
Jan
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Feb
from P8,626

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Bucharest to Zurich: Alternative routes

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Bucharest to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP8,457
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest to Zurich is P8,457. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Bucharest to Zurich.
SWISS, airBaltic and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Bucharest to Zurich.
As of March 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Bucharest to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Zurich is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest to Zurich Airport on Friday, 23 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zurich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zurich is SWISS .

Travelling from Bucharest to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Zurich Airport (ZRH) taking off from here.

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 36 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Bucharest to Zurich Airport.

  • Zurich is 1 hour behind Bucharest. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the most popular route. SWISS operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from OTP to ZRH is with SWISS at 16:40.

  • Your flight from Bucharest to ZRH won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Zurich Airport (ZRH) depart from this terminal.

  • SWISS is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Bucharest to Zurich Airport jetting out of OTP.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bucharest to ZRH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Zurich Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:

About Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • P4,008 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Zurich Airport. Return flights start from P8,457. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • Score cheap tickets from Bucharest to ZRH by booking 9 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest to Zurich Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for 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 new deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from Bucharest to ZRH every day.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Bucharest to Zurich Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

The best time to fly from Bucharest to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • February is the quietest time of year to fly to Zurich. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Zurich Airport, but the best time to go is your call.

  • Book your flight from Bucharest to ZRH for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC to 27ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Bucharest to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC.

More about Zurich

  • Start your Zurich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Zurich Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • One of the best ways to get to know Zurich is to check out its most popular sights. Highlights include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.

Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental

  • Close all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We've also got amazing deals on car rentals in Zurich once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Bucharest to Zurich Airport. Easily compare prices in one place and drive off with a bargain that's hard to match.

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