Zürich Airport – all access options compared
Fastest connection from Zürich HB: S-Bahn in 41 minutes for CHF 4.60. Here you'll find all alternatives – public transport, car, bike, taxi – with prices, times and tips.
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Tip: a ZVV ticket is enough
The airport is in zone 121, Zürich HB in zone 110. A single 2-zone ticket costs CHF 4.60 and is valid for S-Bahn, tram and bus. Day pass CHF 9.20. Free with a GA or matching ZVV subscription.
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S-Bahn (S2, S16, S24)
Fastest option from downtown. 41 min from HB, every 5–10 minutes from platforms 4–7. First train 04:33, last ~00:36. Zones 110 + 121.
Tram 10
From ETH/Haldenegg via Schaffhauserplatz and Oerlikon to the airport. Every 7–15 minutes, ~44 minutes. Zones 110 + 121.
Tram 12
From Stettbach via Glattpark to the airport. ~50 minutes. Alternative when transferring from eastern neighborhoods.
Taxi / Uber / Bolt
Official Airport taxis: CHF 60–70 HB→ZRH (fixed 2024 price). Uber/Bolt 10–15% cheaper but wait time varies. Driver list at zrh.ch/taxi.
Own car + parking
6 parking lots (P1–P6) with 15,000+ spots. P1/P2 directly at the terminal (CHF 40+/day), P6 cheapest long-term (from CHF 19/day). Reservation via flughafen-zuerich.ch recommended.
Bike
10.9 km ride in 52 min via Limmat and Opfikon. Recommended only for day flights with minimal luggage. Free bike parking at Flughafen Bahnhof.
Postauto / regional bus
From Kloten, Bülach, Winterthur and other agglomeration towns. Ideal for travelers outside the city. ZVV zones apply.
Tariffs verified on 2026-04-11.
FAQ
How long does the S-Bahn take from HB to the airport?
41 minutes. Trains depart every 5–10 minutes, 24/7, from platforms 4, 5, 6 or 7. First train 04:33, last ~00:36.
How much does a ticket from HB to the airport cost?
CHF 4.60 (single 2-zone ticket, zones 110 + 121). Day pass CHF 9.20. Free with GA or matching ZVV subscription.
Is there park-and-ride at the airport?
Yes, 6 parking lots (P1–P6) with valet-service options. Prices from CHF 19/day (P6 long-term) to CHF 40+/day (P1 at the terminal).
Can I ride a bike to the airport?
Yes, 10.9 km from HB in ~52 minutes via Limmat and Opfikon. Free bike parking at Flughafen Bahnhof. Recommended only with minimal luggage.
Which S-Bahn lines go to the airport?
S2 (Ziegelbrücke–Flughafen), S16 (Meilen–Flughafen), S24 (Thayngen–Zug), plus long-distance trains. Additionally Tram 10 (HB) and Tram 12 (Stettbach).