Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zurich eight hours ahead of Santa Ana.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your SNA to ZRH flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SNA and ZRH:
O'Hare International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
C$630 is the best price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$896. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from SNA to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SNA land at their destination as scheduled 81.53% of the time.
To reach John Wayne Airport from central Santa Ana, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SNA. Whether you've booked an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zurich in January.
Lock in your flight from John Wayne Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SNA to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its must-visit sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.
