Zurich to Dulles (ZRH–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ZRH–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,147 miles in approximately 9h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss | 14 | 333, 763 | 9h06-9h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| UA United Airlines Also: OS | 7 | 763 | 9h35 | – | Star Alliance | OS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→IAD | BRN→IAD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 62 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – |
| Flight time | 9h 20m | 7h 56m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 12:00 PM in Dulles.
Switzerland is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Swiss passport holders need an approved ESTA to enter the US. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. The fee is USD 21. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It allows multiple entries.
ESTA permits stays up to 90 days per visit. You cannot extend or change your immigration status while on ESTA. If denied, you must apply for a B1/B2 visa at the US Embassy in Bern. At the border, CBP officers may ask about your travel purpose, return ticket, and accommodation. Your passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
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.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
ZRH–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to IAD
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Swiss and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZRH to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to IAD is about 9 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,147 miles (6,673 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt Main and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bern (BRN).