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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to Zurich that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 21 Oct
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11:40 a.m. - 6:55 p.m.YVR-ZRH
22h 15m2 stops
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10:25 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.ZRH-YVR
14h 15m1 stop
C$ 916British Airways
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Sat, 13 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec
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1:32 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.YVR-ZRH
40h 58m2 stops
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7:10 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.ZRH-YVR
33h 05m1 stop
C$ 919British Airways
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Thu, 16 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
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7:30 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.YVR-ZRH
17h 40m1 stop
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1:00 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.ZRH-YVR
18h 20m1 stop
C$ 923Air Canada
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Sun, 19 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
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8:10 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.YVR-ZRH
17h 00m2 stops
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1:20 p.m. - 10:37 p.m.ZRH-YVR
18h 17m1 stop
C$ 924Air Canada
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
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8:45 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.YVR-ZRH
15h 05m1 stop
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1:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.ZRH-YVR
14h 30m1 stop
C$ 927British Airways
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Wed, 1 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
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4:40 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.YVR-ZRH
9h 45mdirect
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1:25 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.ZRH-YVR
10h 25mdirect
C$ 932SWISS
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Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
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7:20 p.m. - 10:20 a.m.YVR-ZRH
30h 00m1 stop
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10:20 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.ZRH-YVR
18h 55m1 stop
C$ 945United Airlines
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Wed, 15 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
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7:20 p.m. - 10:50 a.m.YVR-ZRH
30h 30m2 stops
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9:40 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.ZRH-YVR
17h 35m1 stop
C$ 948United Airlines
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Fri, 17 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
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4:40 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.YVR-ZRH
9h 45mdirect
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10:35 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.ZRH-YVR
31h 15m2 stops
C$ 963SWISS
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Sun, 8 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
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10:10 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.YVR-ZRH
35h 40m2 stops
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6:30 a.m. - 7:13 a.m.ZRH-YVR
32h 43m2 stops
C$ 1,015WestJet
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Air Canada's Premium Economy has extra legroom.
SWISS Economy allows pre-ordering special meals.
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C$ 916
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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Zurich

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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SWISS

SWISS offers lie-flat beds in Business Class for added comfort on long-haul flights.


Economy passengers can pre-order special meals, including vegetarian options by Hiltl, on long-haul flights.

Read more about SWISSby Emily Zemler
Air Canada

Air Canada's Signature Class features lie-flat seats with direct aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.


Premium Economy offers extra legroom and priority boarding, though meals are boxed, not plated.

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Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Zurich flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Vancouver to Zurich to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to Zurich?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Vancouver to Zurich, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Zurich back to Vancouver, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich is February, where tickets cost C$ 1,146 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,982 and C$ 1,434 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightC$ 294
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Vancouver to Zurich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Zurich based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Vancouver to Zurich flights

  • How do I get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to downtown?

    One of the easiest ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to downtown is by taking the S-Bahn train. Trains run every 10 minutes, and you can purchase tickets at the airport. The tram is another option that runs outside the Arrivals Hall every 15 minutes. You can buy your ticket at the terminals at the airport.

  • Can I find onsite hotels at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

    If you're looking for somewhere to stay at Vancouver International Airport, look no further than the Fairmont Vancouver Airport. It is located just above the departure terminal, so you don't have to worry about missing your flight. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle, which makes it easy to get back and forth between the airport and other parts of Vancouver. Other hotels near Vancouver International Airport include Gold Experience and Pacific Gateway Hotel.

  • Are there pet relief areas at Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

    There are designated pet relief areas at Zurich Airport (ZRH). They're located between the passenger terminal and the cargo terminals, and they have artificial grass in the area and a fire hydrant. The areas are equipped with waste bags, water hoses, and benches so that you can sit down while your dog takes care of business.

  • Where can I relax at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

    The Plaza premium lounge at Vancouver International Airport is a great place to rest and refresh yourself before your flight. With luxurious seating options, showers and nap rooms, food options, and workstations, you can feel like you're at home while waiting for your flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich was C$ 212 for a one-way ticket and C$ 661 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver to Zurich?

    Lufthansa, and Air Canada offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to Zurich flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to Zurich?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Vancouver to Zurich flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Zurich?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Vancouver and Zurich.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Vancouver to Zurich?

    There are direct flights from Vancouver to Zurich on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Zurich, KLM or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Zurich are KLM and SWISS. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,407 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,357 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to Zurich?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Vancouver to Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Vancouver to Zurich?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zurich from Vancouver is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to Zurich?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Zurich with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Vancouver to Zurich?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zurich from Vancouver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 745 or less one-way and C$ 1,149 or less round-trip.
  • If you're flying from Vancouver, you have a few options. There are seven airports in the city and they're all connected downtown by public transit. The main airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which is 25 minutes from downtown. One of the most interesting things about YVR is the Spirit of Haida Gwaii a sculpture that is a popular landmark in the airport.
  • The Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a big hub for WestJet and Air Canada as well as Air Transat, so if you're flying with one of those airlines, this is probably where you'll end up.
  • If you're a person with reduced mobility, Zurich Airport (ZRH) has got you covered. Goldair Assistance Services provides a comprehensive range of services including a free service for transporting passengers to the airport, as well as assistance at the airport through security checks and boarding. The airport also has wheelchair-accessible areas and valet parking.
  • Swiss Airlines is a great choice for business travelers. You can earn bonus miles when you fly with Swiss, and redeem them for upgrades, bonus flights, and more. Their priority check-in and boarding will help you get to your flight quickly, so you can focus on what's important: getting work done. You'll also have plenty of luggage space and comfort throughout your flight.
  • Inflight entertainment is a great way to make the time you spend on an airplane more enjoyable. Air Canada has several options for in-flight entertainment, including movies, TV shows, and music.

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Zurich?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Vancouver Intl to Zurich.
Find which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl Airport to Zurich Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Zurich

Monday

Edelweiss Air

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Tuesday

Edelweiss Air

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Wednesday

Edelweiss Air

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Thursday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Friday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Saturday

Edelweiss Air

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Sunday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

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Direct returns

Zurich to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Tuesday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Wednesday

Edelweiss Air

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Thursday

Edelweiss Air

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Friday

Edelweiss Air

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Sunday

Edelweiss Air

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Vancouver to Zurich

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Vancouver to Zurich. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.5
SWISSOverall score based on 1731 reviews
8.2Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.4Comfort
7.1Food
7.7Boarding
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Food used to be better and comfort was not attainable after 5 hours everything starts hurting.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Sep 2025DEN - ZRH
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Food used to be better and comfort was not attainable after 5 hours everything starts hurting.

Well it was a 2h delay flight so that said it all. With very little if any information. Boarding took for ever with long waits at the terminal and then in the finger. To top it off and increase the delay we had to take a bus in Zurich. A trip to forget

The flight did not take place because the flight was canceled and I still have not received a refund for the flight.

Zürich to Boston was great. Nice to Zurich was not bad

The return was painful because of the flight that was canceled. Nobody was able to help us out. It took hours and a lot of walking on two different airports to get a new flight

Delay more than hour created pressure to catch the connecting flight

I purchased a one way business class ticket from Geneva to Miami but the check in agent said I had an economy ticket and later upgraded to business class. This was not the case, I had a single business class transaction. I was forced to pay for my second checked bag. I am unsure of why this happened. But I won’t use Kayak again for business class tickets.

The seats were so close together, when the man in front of me put his seat back, the screen in front of me was 9 inches from my face. There is no way to lean forward if I needed to pick something up. It was pretty uncomfortable for a ten hour flight. I was very surprised.

The food was good. Most the staff was pleasant. The flight would be drastically improved with WiFi on a long international flight.

The whole experience was positive. Crew very friendly and helpful. Very greedy with pre-seat allocation. Web site too complicated

The experience was good just the upcharge of over a hundred dollars was not cool.

Good, a bit cramped in the seat as my neighbour was a bit large

There was a man who was very rude at boarding. On the other hand personal bag measuring box is too small compared to USA airlines,

The process and flight were both smooth and trouble free

Delays and missed connections were very hard the crew were wonderful but 1 1/2 hours late from Abbotsford to a 4 hour wait in Calgary was too much. I am 79 years old and I didn’t get to my destination until after 1 in the morning. They could have offered a seat in the lounge or a meal. I was very disappointed in the treatment

everything was fine expect massive delays - not the airline’s fault

Seat back entertainment monitors would be nice. We did enjoy the In-Flight WiFi.

Our flight schedule was changed over six times, ultimately leaving us with a layover much shorter than we originally booked, which meant a panicked run through the airport. And the entertainment screen didn't function. As I've come to expect with Delta, a very mediocre and not customer-focused experience. This is on top of an outbound flight that was so delayed by mechanical issues, we had to spend the night at our layover city.

Staff were courteous and helpful. The only negative was the flight delays (which are usually unavoidable) and the high baggage price.

Could not fly out of Canada. Called airlines on Monday, July 14th. Tried to cancel the flight 7 days away, but they said I could not cancel and there would be no refund.

Air Canada decided to go on strike less then 24 hours before our travel and we had to cancel finding flights elsewhere.

Just the stress of possible cancellations on flights from Air Canada, but all went as planned and everything was perfect! Thank you

The flight was cancelled, which led me to cancel my entire trip

Could not understand what the attendant was saying during his announcements.

Terrible, it’s a mess with the strike. Couldn’t do the Smithers flight because my flight to Vanvouver was cancelled and there is no customer service help to get refund or help

It would have been better if it wasn’t cancelled

Economy seats always cramped, no meal on international flight, no plugs for electronics, but we got there and cabin crew was excellent.

I paid for comfort plus seats but did not get the extra leg room. When I told the stewardess, she just ignored me.

It would have been better if food is served on a 4 hours’ flight

Flight delayed by 90 min making for a 2 am check in at destination hotel.

We had a pretty good experience. Enjoyed both the flights. Crew was very good and helpful.

Boarding was efficient and quick, crew was very attentive, seats were comfortable.

It was ok. Our flight was delayed 2 hours, and then again on arrival. The explanation given felt feeble.

All went well on the flight, not happy of course with having to pay for a seat and in hold luggage of £50

Terrible, We experienced massive delays and then couldn’t book a hotel through the link provided, nothing was available. We then went to the airport the next day and experienced further delays, almost no communication was given. We had dinner at lunchtime and breakfast at midnight. We then landed in Jhb at 1am and had to book another hotel as our flight to durban was at 8am. The experience was painful and very expensive.

Flight was cancelled at the last minute with no explanation. No viable alternative offered and zero customer service support. Totally useless.

On time. Clean. Efficient. Just what is required for the short hop.

Flight from LGW to JFK delayed by 4 hrs No explanation given until the pilot said the delay due to planned maintenance on the aircraft

Our flight was cancelled on Sunday morning. We were supposed to take a short flight to Dallas from Austin, then a nonstop to Barcelona. We were rerouted from Austin to Miami on American Airlines due to storms we sat at the gate for 2 1/2 hours, pilot announced we needed fuel. In air pilot said we were rerouted to Fort Myers 30 minutes from Zmiami. Sat on tarmac waiting for a gate. Deplaned at 10:09. Pilot gave conflicting info about what to do. Missed Miami flight to Barcelona. Pilot announced crew was timed out and we would have to wait for a new crew. Waited a couple of hours. Got to Miami at 2:30 am. Gate agents at Fort Myers told us to go to D30 for hotel vouchers. No one was there. So we slept a little on the floor. Husband is 80 and I am 74. Rerouted to JFK at 9:54 am on Monday, then flight to Barcelona at 5 pm. We arrived in Barcelona a day late and missed the first night of our Oceania Marina cruise. We feel that we are due a lot of compensation for this trip from hell.

Staff and Pre boarding good. Boarding also good. Seats cramped no leg room Understand having to stay on board during change at Rio but being arranged to stay in seats for 2 hrs is unreasonable. No drinks or refreshments offered during this period - not even water, to rub it in - trays of drink passing us by on the way to economy plus and business class. On the second leg of flight was six hours before being offered drink/water.

It was extremely difficult to upgrade my partners flight over the Internet from economy to economy, plus. Then it said clearly the checked luggage can be 32 kg. At the check-in counter in Hamburg, we had to pay 100 Euros ( $122.17) for the only 31kg peace checked luggage. We were told because the change was made less than 24 hours before the flight , the luggage weight would not be upgraded. Then they offered me that for €90 I can upgrade at the counter from economy to economy, plus so we can sit together on the flight from Frankfurt to San Francisco. I happily agreed and was charged. €99.($120.95), which I noticed too late. Especially about the Euro 100 up charge I feel upset and it’s a unfair way of doing business!

Take off was not good, too hot inside the plane and seats are beyond uncomfortable.

The company said that it was Condor's responsibility to issue my train ticket, and that I should contact them. But when I did, condor said I have to contact the train company and show them my booking number. I went to the station to board my train and they said where is my bar code ticket. It was a disaster and the people at the train station said how messed up this is and that condor is the worst for putting people through this. I boarded the train with NO ticket cause no one can issue me one even though I paid and it is in my booking confirmation.

Helpful crew in a comfortable and well designed aircraft. My kids also loved the striped design of the airplane.

The return flight, the food was better. Didn't like that even at checkin we still had to pay when only 5 seats were available. Had to pay or would be stuck in the very middle between two others. I had to pay for an aisle and a middle seat. Both were considered prime seats but the two other middle ones were not.

There was one flight attendant who was exceptionally rude about the fact that they didn’t have any meatless options left when I told her I was a vegetarian. The boarding process was a bit disorganized and unclear but everything else was very good.

Seats are not comfortable. Some of the food was good and some not so good.

Really, nothing. I flew economy, and received a very good economy experience.

Flight attendants were polite but not attentive. They did not clean cabin throughout trip, and the airplane upon disembarking looked disastrous! Garbage everywhere ! The state of the cabin did NOT leave passenger with a ‘cared-for’ feeling. It looked a total mess. They also closed themselves off in the back of the plane and passengers felt like they needed to knock to get a glass of water. Very dissppointing.

Seats were not comfortable, and the problems started when we landed at Frankfurt airport. We waited more than 3 hours to collect our luggage, as a result we missed the connected train to Brussels. Our plans for the trip were ruined that day.

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