Traveling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is nine hours ahead of Portland and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PDX to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PDX and ZRH:
London Heathrow Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland Airport to Zurich Airport flight is $316. A return fare right now is $735. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PDX to ZRH if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Portland Airport to Zurich Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PDX to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Portland Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Portland Airport from central Portland, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Portland Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near PDX:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Portland Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland Airport to Zurich Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Portland Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PDX to ZRH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometers west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Around 97 kilometers south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.