Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Marseille Provence 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 Provence Airport.
Zurich and Marseille follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from ZRH to MRS start from 06:50 — the first with SWISS. The last service of the day is at 17:50 with SWISS. Overall, you can take your pick of seven weekly Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ZRH to MRS flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
SWISS is your gateway to discovering Marseille (and maybe even some other great parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier that offers ZRH to MRS flights. An exceptional 84.62% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight is 76 €. A round-trip fare is currently 153 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ZRH to MRS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 69.02% touch down on time at their destination.
Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MRS instead:
Grab a Marseille Provence Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Marseille Provence Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Provence Airport to central Marseille has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Marseille. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Marseille Provence Airport for August if you want to go to Marseille during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to MRS in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Marseille. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Toulouse is another sought-after destination in France and is around 322 kilometres west of Marseille. No trip is complete without visiting Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.