Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Location: The airport is situated eight miles (12km) north of
Zurich.
Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between March and
October).
Contacts:
Transfer City: Swiss Rail (SBB) provides fast and efficient transport to the
city centre. The station is located below Arrivals and trains leave
every 10 minutes for Zurich and other destinations; travel time is
ten minutes and fares are determined on the type of pass and the
number of city zones crossed. The Glattalbahn tram line services
other nearby cities and the outskirts of Zurich. Taxis outside of
arrivals terminals 1 and 2 cost US$44 for the 20 minute ride to the
city centre (Tel: 0848 850 852)
Car Rental: Car rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt
and Hertz.
Airport Taxis: Metered taxis are available outside Arrivals 1 and
2. The 15 minute taxi journey to Zurich costs around CHF 50. To
book a taxi in advance call 0848 850 852.
Airport Facilities: Facilities include banks, bureaux de change, bars and
restaurants, postal services, shops including duty-free, business
facilities and a crèche. Facilities for disabled passengers are
excellent.
Car Parking: There are many parking facilities at Zurich International
Airport. Parking in P1, P2 and P3 in the multi-storey car park,
which is connected to the terminal, costs CHF 2 for 15 minutes for
the first hour and CHF 3 per hour thereafter. A short walk from the
terminal is P5, which offers cheaper rates starting at CHF 5 for
the first hour and CHF 2 per hour thereafter. P60 is connected to
the terminal via a free shuttle service and is significantly
cheaper for passengers wishing to park thei
Departure Tax: None. |