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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$533
Geneva
Geneva2 stops$655
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$533
Geneva
Geneva2 stops$655

Book Cheap Washington, D.C. to Switzerland Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Icelandair Logo
7:40 pm - 12:05 pm
BWI
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ZRH
10h 25m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
1:00 pm - 6:40 pm
ZRH
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BWI
11h 40m
1 stop
$533Icelandair
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Icelandair Logo
7:40 pm - 12:05 pm
BWI
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ZRH
10h 25m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
1:00 pm - 6:40 pm
ZRH
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BWI
11h 40m
1 stop
$536Icelandair
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 9:45 am
IAD
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BSL
30h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 7:45 pm
BSL
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IAD
15h 05m
1 stop
$649Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 6:15 pm
IAD
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BSL
14h 35m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 11:30 am
BSL
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IAD
22h 20m
1 stop
$649Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 10:25 pm
BWI
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GVA
19h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 10:15 pm
GVA
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BWI
33h 55m
2 stops
$655Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
British Airways Logo
7:05 pm - 10:15 am
IAD
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BSL
10h 10m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
11:10 am - 7:55 pm
BSL
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IAD
14h 45m
1 stop
$695British Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 12:05 pm
BWI
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ZRH
10h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 11:07 am
ZRH
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BWI
33h 37m
2 stops
$704Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
British Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 1:30 pm
BWI
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BSL
10h 55m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
11:10 am - 6:45 pm
BSL
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BWI
13h 35m
1 stop
$724British Airways
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
5:25 pm - 11:10 am
IAD
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GVA
11h 45m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
4:00 pm - 8:35 pm
GVA
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IAD
34h 35m
2 stops
$738TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
5:25 pm - 3:15 pm
IAD
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GVA
15h 50m
2 stops
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:05 am - 3:15 pm
GVA
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IAD
15h 10m
1 stop
$738TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Switzerland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Switzerland flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Switzerland from Washington, D.C. found in the last 5 days was to Geneva, at $489 round-trip. The most popular route is from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Zurich (ZRH), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $770.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Switzerland?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Switzerland is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $986 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Switzerland is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,040.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $797, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland is October, when tickets cost $811 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,345 and $1,138 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Washington, D.C., you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$234
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Baltimore to Zurich

FAQs - booking Switzerland flights

  • Do I need to have a visa to take flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

    You will not need to have a visa to work your way into Switzerland when you're an American citizen. You'll only need to get your hands on a visa if you plan to stay in Switzerland for over 90 days.

  • Where will flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland stop for layovers?

    You will need to make at least one or two stops while en route to Switzerland from Washington, D.C. These stops commonly take place at airports like London Heathrow Airport (LHR), Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), Keflavík International Airport (KEF) in Iceland, and Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • Should I consider flying first class from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

    If you can afford to do it, flying first class is the best way to fly from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland. Airlines like Aer Lingus and SWISS will treat you to lie-flat seats and in-flight entertainment that you'll be able to use to make your flights more pleasant. You'll also get access to fine dining in first class.

  • Can I do anything to make a flight from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland more eco-friendly?

    Those who want to make flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland more eco-friendly can do it by flying with the right airline. United Airlines is striving to become carbon-neutral by 2050, and it's doing it by making upgrades to its fleet and figuring out ways to eliminate waste from flights.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Switzerland

  • While there are three major airports in the Washington, D.C. area, the bulk of the flights to Switzerland will leave from either Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) or Dulles International Airport (IAD). Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport will be the better choice for those from Maryland, while Dulles International Airport will be a great option for those right in D.C. as it's situated just south of the city.
  • There are several airports you'll be able to fly to when traveling from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland. More often than not, Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the one most people pick, as it's the busiest airport in the country and near Zurich, which is the largest city in the country. However, Geneva Airport (GVA), which is located right in Geneva, and even EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (EAP) near Basel might also be worth considering depending on where you wish to travel.
  • Many airlines specialize in flying from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland. Aer Lingus, Icelandair, SWISS, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and United Airlines will all be options. Don't be afraid to shop around for the most affordable flights to Switzerland that each of these airlines has to offer.
  • You'll see mostly one and two-stop flights when you search for airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland. But a few airlines such as SWISS, United Airlines and Brussels Airlines also provide non-stop flights to Zurich and Geneva.
  • If you find yourself with spare time after arriving at the airport for a flight to Switzerland, you'll be happy to see that both Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Dulles International Airport have lounges you can use. The Club BWI is open to passengers from all airlines. The Capital One Lounge at Dulles International Airport is, too.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Switzerland

Cabin class types available on flights to Switzerland

Cabin classes available on flights to Switzerland. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.