Re: i have 10 hours layover in Zurich, can I leave the airport? You should be able to leave the airport as a US passport holder because you don't require any visa to enter (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. It’s not too big, but it is well appointed with amenities, shops and restaurants (albeit pricey), and great connections to the city center and nearby towns. But for those, who have time, Zurich is a terrific city to explore on a layover – just remember to leave plenty of time on both ends for customs, immigration and security. The airport staff is pretty tolerant of sleepers, so you’ll have no problem sneaking in a nap. However, some tickets may not permit you to leave the airport. For our full Layover Packing List, click here. Stay connected to friends and family, update your social media accounts or surf the internet courtesy of the airport’s free WiFi. For a map, click here. These are just a few things to do on a layover at Zurich Airport. The return ticket costs exactly as much as 2 single tickets and IS a day pass for the zones 10 (whole city of Zürich) and 21 (way to the airport).
Pop into the Kunsthall or the Swiss National Museum for world class art collections. Locations and amenities available in our Zurich Airport Guide. What kind passes for public transportation are available in Zurich area? Head to the Service Center in Car Park 2, Floor 1. The airport offers many services for those stuck inside the airport on a Zurich layover, including lounges, VIP treatment, nursery, and mobile phones rental. You can get your ticket at the ticket window and the platforms are on the next floor down. To learn more about the cookies we use, please read our, Take our 2019 Best & Worst Airports Survey. Have called so many places like (ta && ta.queueForLoad ?
This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Depending how you purchase your flights, you could be flying high or just plain grounded if you miss a connecting flight–potentially a very costly mistake if you need to pay penalties or re-purchase a ticket for your connecting flight, not to mention costs associated with a longer layover […], The world is your oyster, and your passport an oyster knife. If you arrive at night or are looking for a place to rest, there are a number of hotels in the area for varying price points. The best places to sleep are inside Security, but the pre-Security Airside Center does have some benches for stretching out. Can I Leave The Airport During A Layover?
It is the minimum price you would have to pay anyway. Private transfers can also be arranged. The main station is perfectly located for you to spend a few hours in Zurich and Zurich is a safe place to walk and sightsee. And, true to stereotypes, the efficiency and punctuality of the frequently running trains means you don’t have to worry about getting back to the city on time. There are a couple salons inside the Airport Center. (Just make sure you’re back in time!) Chocolate and Switzerland go hand in hand! If you leave the airport, they offer the chance to explore an extra country along the way, possibly one you’d never thought to visit.
For most layovers, you can leave the transit area (and airport) in between flights, as long as you have a visa (if necessary) and go through customs and immigration on the way out, and of course you’ll have to pass through security again on your way back into the airport. I suggest you take a look at the top right hand side of this page and you'll see an excellent article about what you can do with just a few hours in Zurich. If you can’t receive SMS to your phone, head to a boarding pass scanner to get your login code. Stuck on a layover in Zurich? We love a shower to kick-start our layover. I do appreciate your info. The train is located under Terminal B.
The train timetables are in English on the Swiss Rail website, You can learn more about Zurich on the website, Thank you! If not, see if Swiss will let you check them as soon as you get them from the carousel. If you enjoyed this article, subscribe to receive more just like it. The airport claims about 40 eateries, ranging from to-go kiosks to cafes and bars to full-service sit down restaurants. Schedules and tickets are available at the observation deck; tickets are CHF 8 for adults; CHF 4 for children. You can learn more about any of these services here. :). Leave a comment below! You will discover the other cities and terms people are searching for. How much will be the expenses? Pop by the Fraumunster, a major church, and check out its stained glass by famous artist Marc Chagall. The aforementioned transit hotel is located in Terminal B/D. The airport also offers a guided tour that will teach you all about the inner workings of the airport, including where they refrigerate the fruits and flowers that are flown in from South Africa. For others, though, a visa is required.