$685 Cheap flight deals from Winnipeg (YWG) to Zürich (ZRH)

James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in Winnipeg, MN

Twenty airlines provide international and domestic flights from the James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, which is the main airport that serves Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Cheap flights from Winnipeg that are available through Orbitz.com usually depart from this major airport.

Parking at James Armstrong Richardson Airport

There are two parking facilities at James Armstrong Richardson Airport. One is a large economy lot with lower prices for long-term parking, and the other is smaller and known as the Parkade. You can treat yourself to valet parking for an extra 25 Canadian dollars at the Parkade, where the fees are 20 Canadian dollars per day and 90 dollars per week. Weekly fees are 75 Canadian dollars and daily fees are 15 dollars at the economy lot, and the short-term parking fee at either lot is two Canadian dollars per half-hour.

Transportation to James Armstrong Richardson Airport

Winnipeg Transit operates city buses from various points in Winnipeg to the airport. Bus tickets are available from authorized vendors for 2.15 Canadian dollars, or you can pay 2.45 dollars cash on the bus itself. A private shuttle is also available from the town of Brandon for 48 Canadian dollars. Unicity is the official airport taxi service, and its rates range from 9.25 to 32 Canadian dollars depending on the distance traveled. Limousines and private shuttles are also available. Whether you choose the bargain bus or a luxury limousine, you can relax on your way to the airport knowing everything is ready for you when you book your tickets and other travel needs through Orbitz.com.

Restaurants at James Armstrong Richardson Airport

There are nine dining options at this airport, including Starbucks Coffee, T.G.I. Friday's, Tim Hortons, a local pizzeria, a bar and an Oriental fast-food restaurant. This gives you a wide choice of food and drink to enjoy before you board the flight that you selected from the cheap flights from Winnipeg that are featured on Orbitz.com.

Zurich Airport

Though Zurich is a popular destination, it has only one airport that services the city. You still have a choice of when you want to fly, and Orbitz.com can help you pick the best flights to Zurich. Located in the nearby city of Kloten, the airport is less than seven miles from Zurich's city limits and just a short drive from the downtown area. The airport underwent a major renovation in the early 2000s, which resulted in a new terminal, a parking area and a railway system that transports passengers to their airline gate through underground tunnels. Most major international airlines operate out of the airport, including Contact Air, Skyways, Hello, and Delta.

Transportation in Zurich

More than half of Zurich residents and those visiting the city rely on the public transportation system because it's a bargain compared to renting a car. Also known as the ZVV system, it consists of buses, trams, trains and electric-powered trolleys. The city clearly marks the public transit stops along the road, and you can also purchase a ZVV ticket at one of the central hubs. The ticket is your pass to ride any of the public transportation units in the city. You can find the clearly marked public transportation stops at the Zurich Airport, and the maps will show you which units go to your hotel. A ticket will cost less than $10.

Zurich Weather

Zurich is popular with skiers and outdoor lovers during the winter months because the area gets a high level of snow and temperatures drop below 40 degrees. The humidity and temperatures begin to climb during the spring, and by the time summer arrives, you typically see temperatures between 50 and 70 degrees.

Tourist Hot Spots

Travelers often enjoy the sites around the Main railway station, which includes some of the oldest buildings in the country. Other popular spots include the Zurich Museum of Art, the Zoological Garden, the Swiss National Museum and the Chinese Garden. With Orbitz.com, you can find flights to Zurich, reserve your hotel room, and purchase tickets to attractions that you want to visit in Zurich.