What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to bus and train which costs SFr 90 - SFr 230 and takes 31h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH). However, there are services departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Zurich via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH). However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Zürich Flughafen via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti and Bregenz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 12m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The distance between Istanbul and Zurich Airport (ZRH) is 1782 km. The road distance is 2103.7 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) without a car is to bus and train which takes 31h 11m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 230.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus from?

Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train from?

Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 180 and takes 39h 38m.

Where does the Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus arrive?

Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:38 PM in Istanbul and 1:38 PM in Zurich Airport (ZRH).

Where does the Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train arrive?

Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Videle station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is 2104 km. It takes approximately 21h 13m to drive from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH).

Where can I stay near Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Zurich Airport (ZRH).

Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Istanbul to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane IST - ZRH
5h 52m
CHF 97–242
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Zurich Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane SAW - ZRH
6h 17m
CHF 62–302
Fly Istanbul to Basel, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Basel (BSL)plane IST - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
8h 3m
CHF 127–408
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lindaubus
2. Take the train from St. Margrethen Sg to Zuerich Flughafentrain Ec / ...
31h 11m
CHF 91–227
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Halkali to Videlenighttrain
2. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Bregenztrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich Flughafentrain Ec
40h 12m
CHF 196–385
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Basel (BSL)plane SAW - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
8h 23m
CHF 117–408
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Zurichbus
39h 38m
CHF 124–176
Drive 2,103.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH)car 2,103.7 km
21h 13m
CHF 340–491

Istanbul to Zurich Airport (ZRH) by bus and train

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Distance: 1,781.7 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland?

Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia, and Croatia Airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Zürich Flughafen, Bahnhof via Sofia Serdica Bus Station, Sofia Central Bus Station, Zurich, and Zürich, Bahnhofstrasse/HB in around 39h 38m.

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