Airport
Zurich, Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland

Money

There are banks, which also provide bureau de change services, at various points within the airport complex. Separate bureaux de change kiosks are also available.

Communications

There is a post office and nine FASTpoint terminals providing telephone, fax and photocopying facilities. Paid-for wireless internet hotspots are available at several locations throughout the terminal; these provide free internet access for the first 60 minutes of use. In addition, visitors can use fixed internet stations at various points of the complex – the first hour is also free of charge at these points.

Food

A good selection of restaurants, coffee shops, snack bars and takeaway facilities are available in the pre- and post-security areas. Among these are a Swiss chalet-style restaurant and a sports bar in the departures area, and Italian restaurants and eateries serving Asian cuisine in the public area.

Shopping

There is a large selection of shops at Zurich Airport, including duty-free outlets. The Airport Shopping Centre, one level above check-in area 3, has some good places to browse; while extensive shopping choices can be found landside, including fashion boutiques, newsagents and gift shops.

Facilities for the disabled include accessible toilets and telephone booths, ramps and lifts. There are special assistance desks in the departure halls for travellers with particular needs; passengers using this service should report no later than 90 minutes before departures. Passengers requiring wheelchairs and special assistance should also inform their airline prior to travel.

Designated parking spaces are available in car parks P1, P2 and P3; but passengers who have pre-registered and have received a permit can park on the kerb opposite the terminal.

Airport code: ZRH

Number of Terminals: 1

Information

The Service Centre (tel: 043 816 8600) is the main point of contact for all enquiries. Information desks are located in the arrivals halls, at car park 2 and in check-in area 2. FASTpoint terminals, located throughout the airport, provide airport maps, information on shops and restaurants, flight and train schedules, as well as a range of other services.

Transfer between Terminals

A free shuttle train links the Gates E satellite with the main airport complex.

IATA Travel Centre

The IATA Travel Centre delivers accurate passport, visa and health requirement information at a glance. It is a trusted, centralized source for the latest international travel requirements. The IATA Travel Centre is the most accurate source available because it is based on a comprehensive database used by virtually every airline, and information is gathered from official sources worldwide, such as immigration and police authorities.

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Public Transport

Zurich’s slick system of buses, trams and trains is operated by Zurich Transport Network (tel: 0848 988 988; www.zvv.ch), with individual tickets (by zone) available to buy from machines at each stop. Day and multi-day passes offer better value for money, while the tourist-centred ZürichCARD includes transport and entry to many museums and attractions across the city, for 24 or 72 hours.