Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Zurich (CDG–ZRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CDG–ZRH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss and Air France lead the route. The flight covers 296 miles in approximately 1h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 141 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss Also: WY | 28 | 223, 320 | 1h04-1h20 | – | Star Alliance | WY |
| AF Air France Also: AM, G3, KQ, MK, MU, UU, VN, WS | 27 | 223 | 1h14-1h20 | – | SkyTeam | AM, G3, KQ, MK, MU, UU, VN, WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CDG: CEST · ZRH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), it's 6:00 PM in Zurich.
Switzerland is part of the Schengen area and has a bilateral agreement with the EU on free movement of persons. French citizens can live, work, and travel in Switzerland without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
RER B train runs from central Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles, Gare du Nord) to CDG T2 in 30–35 minutes (€11.80, RATP fare). From T2, a free CDGVAL people mover covers T1 and T3. Train frequency is every 10–15 minutes; service runs from around 5am to midnight.
Taxis from Paris have a fixed fare: €55 to the Right Bank (most of central Paris), €65 to the Left Bank. Journey time is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic on the A1. Ride-hail (Uber, Bolt) is often cheaper. Buses (Le Bus Direct) run from major Left Bank and Right Bank stops (€17).
SBB trains from the airport station (below Check-in 2) to Zurich HB take 10 minutes and run every 10–15 minutes. Long-distance intercity trains to Geneva, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne depart directly from the airport station; Zurich Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe for onward rail travel. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CHF 55–75.Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Swiss customs exit is prompt for EU/Schengen arrivals. The Meet & Greet area is directly adjacent to baggage reclaim.
Temperate continental climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently foggy on the Swiss Plateau; fog (Hochnebel) can persist for days and is the most common cause of delays, with the airport above the fog layer on clearer days but below it on others. Snow does occur but is well managed. Temperatures range from −2 to 5°C.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms that can be intense but brief. Spring and autumn are mild and variable. Hochnebel fog season (October–January) is the primary operational risk to plan around.
CDG–ZRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CDG to ZRH
Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Swiss. With 215 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CDG to ZRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CDG to ZRH ranges from 1 hours 4 minutes to 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 296 miles (476 km). There are approximately 215 weekly flights outbound and 221 return, totaling 436 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
141 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via STR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.