Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Palermo Airport (PMO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport.
Zurich and Palermo are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
You can choose from 11 weekly Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with SWISS is the earliest flight available. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to PMO 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 like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
SWISS has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Palermo — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is SWISS.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating ZRH to PMO flights, with 75.86% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Palermo Airport (PMO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport flight is P4,721. A round-trip fare is currently P9,207. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from ZRH to PMO, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ZRH to PMO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred 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 Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
76% of flights taking off from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ZRH:
Arriving at Palermo Airport (PMO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PMO instead:
Pick up a Palermo Airport rental car and explore Palermo and beyond with your own wheels. ECH, U-Save and Felirent are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Palermo Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Palermo Airport (PMO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Palermo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Palermo Airport for July if you want to go to Palermo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to PMO in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Palermo. Around 434 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 322 kilometers north of Palermo, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.