Zurich to Berlin (ZRH–BER) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ZRH–BER is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss, Eurowings and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 404 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss | 27 | 223, 295, 320, 321 | 1h25-1h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EW Eurowings | 17 | 32A, 32N | 1h40 | – | – | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 14 | 320, 32Q | 1h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 32Q | 1h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | E95 | 1h25 | – | Oneworld | – |
| U2 easyJet | 6 | 320 | 1h30 | – | – | – |
| AI Air India | 4 | 321 | 1h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Berlin from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→BER | BSL→BER | STR→BER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 49 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 82 | 10 | 32 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 17m | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CET · BER: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 6:00 PM in Berlin.
Switzerland and Germany are both Schengen members. Swiss citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Germany without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
The Airport Express (FEX) to Berlin Hauptbahnhof takes 30 minutes and costs €3.80 with a standard ABC-zone ticket (covered by the Berlin Welcome Card). Departs every 30 minutes. S9 to Spandau or Westkreuz also works (45–50 min, same fare).
Taxis to Mitte: €40–55 (35–50 min). Uber: €30–45. The train platforms are in the basement of Terminal 1; follow the "S-Bahn/FEX" signs from baggage claim. Rental car desks are in Terminal 1 arrivals. Regional trains to Magdeburg, Dresden, and Leipzig also stop at BER airport station.
Humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Berlin winters (December–February) average −2–4°C with occasional snow and freezing rain. De-icing delays are routine in January and February but rarely cause mass cancellations. The airport's recent construction means modern de-icing infrastructure.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms possible in July. Spring and autumn are mild (10–18°C) and operationally stable. Strong westerly winds can make approaches to BER gusty. Overall disruption risk is moderate.
ZRH–BER Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to BER
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air India, ITA Airways, Cathay Pacific, Eurowings, Swiss and easyJet. With 82 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZRH to BER Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to BER ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 404 miles (650 km). There are approximately 82 weekly flights outbound and 84 return, totaling 166 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bâle / Mulhouse (BSL), Stuttgart (STR) and Ferno (VA) (MXP).