Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Marseille Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport.
Marseille's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
Flights from ZRH to MRS start at 07:00 — the first with SWISS. The latest departure is at 16:55 with SWISS. In total, there are six weekly Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport flights.
Your ZRH to MRS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
SWISS has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Marseille — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with SWISS on this route.
With a dependable 87.5% of services arriving as planned, SWISS is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to MRS flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Marseille Airport (MRS)
$66 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport flight. Return flights start from $122. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ZRH to MRS, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ZRH to MRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ZRH:
Arriving at Marseille Airport (MRS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MRS if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Marseille Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Marseille Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Marseille Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Airport to central Marseille has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometers away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Marseille Airport (MRS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Marseille. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Marseille is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Marseille Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to MRS in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Marseille has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometers north of Marseille, a trip to Lyon will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in France, consider Toulouse, roughly 322 kilometers west of Marseille. Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History are highlights.