ZRH Zurich airport guide
ZRH
Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
Swiss hub. Modern, efficient, expensive. T1+T2+E concourses.
Getting from ZRH to Zurich
| Option | Cost | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBB train | CHF 7 | 12 min | Direct to Hauptbahnhof. Excellent value. |
| Taxi | CHF 60-80 | 20-30 min | Pricey. |
| Limited Uber/Bolt | CHF 50-70 | 20-30 min | Use train instead. |
| Tram + bus | CHF 4.40 | 30-40 min | Tram 10 connects. |
Lounges
- Swiss First/Business + Senator
- Aspire Lounge
- Priority Pass: 2 lounges
What to do on a layover
4h layover
Stay airside. Sprüngli chocolate shop is essential.
8h layover
Train to Hauptbahnhof (12 min) → Old Town + Lake Zurich. Back 2h ahead.
12h layover
Full day with Lake Zurich + Üetliberg view. Radisson + Hilton connected.
Wifi & connectivity
Free 2h 'ZRH FREE WiFi'. Renewable.
Sleep + rest options
Radisson Blu + Hilton connected. Quiet areas in concourse E.
⚠ Important gotcha
Connections require strict gate-time. Walk distances long.