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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Washington, D.C.:

• Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 8:26 pm
• Latest: departs at 1:15 pm and lands at 10:56 pm.

The flight takes about 9h 41m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C.:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Zurich to Washington, D.C. takes 9h 41m, covering 4,128 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. range from $625 to $849, with an average of $712 over the past 12 months. Anything below $625 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $712. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $490 round-trip via London Heathrow (LHR), compared to $732 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $56–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Washington, D.C. flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Zurich to Washington, D.C. flights:

• SWISS
• United Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Zurich to Washington, D.C. are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $781, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.

Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates from around $23:

• Sixt
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Budget

Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

• Dollar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Sixt
• Thrifty

Flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Washington, D.C. route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 18 minutes.

One-stop flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 8% of one-stop connections

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Zurich to Washington, D.C. route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $666 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $798, a difference of $132. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Zurich and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• SWISS

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 27m, compared with 11h 54m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) and 11h 54m via London Heathrow (LHR).

Washington, D.C. is 6 hours behind Zurich (Eastern Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Zurich to Washington, D.C. flights:

• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.