Zurich Airport

Zurich Airport has always been highly committed to responsible practices as far as public transport is concerned. In 1980, the airport became one of the first in the world to be linked to the national rail network, ensuring consistently good accessibility. This development is still seeing systematic improvements today, as reflected by the airport operator’s two strategic business segments: the transport hub with flights, train and bus services and the meeting centre with its wide range of services, catering outlets and commercial establishments.

The latest developments to enhance the Zurich Airport hub include Switzerland’s largest covered bus station, which was completed in 2004, and the second section of the Glattalbahn tram link, which opened in late 2008 and brings passengers directly to the bus station. Both projects stand out for their sustainable, long-term concepts. They have improved the connections between the different transport services which, in turn, has strengthened the attractiveness of environmentally friendly modes of transport.

Now, 60 percent of flight passengers use public transport to travel to the airport – one of the highest figures for any airport in the world. Public transport makes up a respectable 42 percent of all transport to the airport. This positive development is not defined by numbers alone. Since 2005, Zurich Airport has received numerous awards for aesthetics, functionality and passenger convenience.

Zurich Airport has become far more than a transport hub which reliably and effectively links residential areas and developments in the dynamic Zurich area with public transport. The "city" offers opportunities for working, shopping, dining and sleeping, as well as sports and health facilities. The "Circle at Zurich Airport" project, which was launched in March 2009, will see further expansion covering 37,000 m².