Grossmünster
The twin-towered church that dominates the old town, tied to Zwingli's Reformation. You can climb one of its towers for a view of the city.
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Airport · Zurich, Switzerland
Zürich Flughafen ZRH
9 km from central Zurich. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
- to the centre
- 9 km
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- ZRH · LSZH
About the airport
Zürich Airport (Flughafen Zürich) is the largest in Switzerland and the main hub of Swiss. It lies in Kloten, about 13 km north of central Zürich, with flights across Europe and to many long-haul destinations.
Terminals
The main building is Terminal 1, with the Airside Center, from which you reach boarding docks A and B and, by automated people mover, Dock E. Walks to the gate can be long, so leave extra time.
Services
You’ll find restaurants, shops, duty free, free wifi, lounges, left luggage, currency exchange, hotels and car rental desks. The railway station is beneath the terminal.
Getting to the city
Tren (SBB)
The airport station is beneath the terminal. Frequent trains run to Zürich main station (Zürich HB) in about 10 min, with direct links to other Swiss cities.
Tranvía y autobús (ZVV)
ZVV trams and buses link the airport with districts in the north of Zürich and nearby towns such as Kloten. Tickets are those of the Zürich transport network.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals. It takes about 20-30 min to central Zürich depending on traffic, but it costs far more than the train, which is usually quicker.
Airport map
Terminal 1 (Airside Center)
The main building, with check-in, arrivals, shops and restaurants. From the Airside Center you reach docks A and B, and Dock E by automated people mover.
Dock E
A boarding concourse in the middle of the airfield, reached by automated people mover from the Airside Center. It is used mostly for non-Schengen flights.
Zurich
Things to do in Zurich
Zürich, Switzerland's largest city, lies on the shores of Lake Zürich and the Limmat river. It combines a lanes-and-squares old town, a major financial centre, museums and a lively cultural scene.
Bürkliplatz y lago de Zúrich
A lakeside square and landing stage, the starting point for sightseeing boats and shoreline walks. On clear days you can see the Alps.
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Bahnhofstrasse
Zürich's grand shopping street, running from the main station to the lake, lined with luxury shops, banks and cafés.
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Lindenhof
A small tree-shaded hill in the old town, with views over the Limmat and the city's rooftops. A quiet place to take a break.
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How far is the airport from central Zurich?
Zürich Flughafen airport is about 9 km from central Zurich.
How do I get from the airport to central Zurich?
From Zürich Flughafen airport you can take Tren (SBB) (train), Tranvía y autobús (ZVV) (tram), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Zürich Flughafen airport have?
Zürich Flughafen has 2 terminals: Terminal 1 (Airside Center) and Dock E.
Landing in Zurich?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- Aircraft of several airlines, Swiss among them, lined up at the terminal: Maarten Visser from Capelle aan den IJssel, Nederland, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- The Check-in 3 hall inside the terminal: JoachimKohler-HB, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- A bright concourse at Dock A, with departure boards: Alan Wilson from Peterborough, Cambs, UK, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Grossmünster: Marcin Białek, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Bürkliplatz y lago de Zúrich: Roland zh, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Bahnhofstrasse: Balise42, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lindenhof: Jakub Hałun, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons