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Zurich Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour

Approximate Travel Distance

325 Km

Transportation to Airport from Luxembourg City Center

Luxembourg Findel Airport

Thanks to private parking areas, you can easily get to Findel Airport with your private car. If you want to use public transportation, you can only use the bus option.

It is possible to reach the airport by taxi or renting a car when there are no bus services. Due to the low population in Luxembourg, there is not much traffic in the city and transportation is extremely easy.

Taxi

Luxembourg is a well-ordered city, but you do not have the chance to find a taxi on every street or in every region. You may need to make a reservation in advance in order to use the taxis that you can find on Hamilius Square in the city center. Because the taxis in the city center apply the fixed price tariff, you can travel comfortably.

Bus

Bus routes 9 and 16 take you to the airport in about half an hour. In this well-planned city, the buses that stand out as an economical option in urban transportation. We recommend you to keep in mind that there are bus services every 15 minutes. In addition, service hours vary on weekdays and weekends.

Car Rental

Car rental option can be costly and tiring when it is taken into consideration that the bus services are very frequent and taxis take passengers to the airport for an affordable fare. However, if you want, you can rent a car in Luxembourg by getting in contact with car rental companies like Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise, Avis and Sixt.

Airport Information

International Luxembourg Findel Airport, the only airport of Luxembourg, is just 6 kilometers of the city center. Luxembourg Airport, which is one of the busiest airports in Europe and in the world, has two terminal buildings used for domestic and international flights.

At the terminal buildings, there are many services such as information desk, book store, foreign exchange office, bank ATMs, lost property office, health center, business and meeting halls, VIP reception area, panoramic restaurants and bars.

While wireless internet is available for free at the terminals, there are services you can benefit from such as the self-service 3 Seconds restaurant having a panoramic view, a bar in the check-in lounge and Starbucks.

In addition to these, you can also do shopping in Boutiques Aelia Duty Free, where clothes and accessories are exhibited.

Transportation to Zurich City Center from Airport

Zurich Airport

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and is situated at the tip of Lake Zurich. The city is divided in two by the Limmat River, which is a outlet of Lake Zurich. The city’s main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof, is the focal point of the public transportation network. Every tram, train, and bus line passes through this area, providing transportation to various parts of the city and its surrounding areas. The public transportation system in Zurich is the Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV). Public transportation vehicles in Zurich are very clean, reliable and comfortable. The prices are very reasonable and every vehicle is extremely punctual. While trains provide transportation within the city, and access to neighboring cities, the most preferred means transportation in the city are buses and trams.

The public transportation network also operates after midnight. This service is called the night supplement. You need to purchase a night supplement ticket, in addition to your regular ZVV network ticket. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines, sales offices, or by SMS.   

The ZürichCARD is a fare payment system for all public transit in the city. It is an ideal option for tourists looking to explore the city during their stay. Purchasing a Zurich card to use during your stay ends up being more affordable. You have the option of purchasing a ticket that is valid for 24-hours or 72-hours. These tickets also offer free entry to museums in Zurich, a 10-20% discount in participating stores, and discounts on city tours and various cultural activities.

Zurich Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the country. The airport is located 13 km from the city center, a 12 minute ride by rail. If you plan on getting to the city center by public transportation you can purchase a ticket after you land, which will be valid for 1 hour. Passengers under the age of 16 receive a discount on tickets. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult and ride for free. Passengers under the age of 25 can purchase a multi-day pass, which is more affordable.

Train

The easiest way to get to the city center from the airport is by train. The train station is located at the airport, on Level -2, next to the shopping mall. The train runs every 12 minutes and provides transportation to the main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof. The total trip from the airport to the main station takes 12 minutes. The main railway station is located in the city center. The public transportation system in the city is incredibly punctual, so keep in mind that the train will depart on time.

Zurich Hauptbahnhof is a major station with dense passenger traffic. Trains departing from this station provide transportation within the city as well as transportation to other cities in Switzerland and neighboring countries such as France and Germany. The railway station also contains a shopping center, the ShopVille mall, located beneath it. Other areas that regional trains travel to include the Glattbrugg Railway Station, Regensdorf Railway Station, Schlieren Railway Station, Waldburg, Wollishofen and Uetliberg.

Bus

Another way to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. The bus network in the city is very comprehensive and convenient. Buses depart from the Airport Centre and provide transportation to the main railway station. From there you can access every part of the city using different public transportation alternatives. Buses are also very punctual and depart on time under normal circumstance but visitors should expect delays when it snows.

Tram

The tram is the second largest transport network in the city, after buses. There are 10 tram lines that provide transportation within the city. These lines all gather around the city center and operate from the city center to the outskirts of the city. However, since the tram network isn’t as comprehensive as the bus network you can’t access every part of the city by tram. Once you get off the tram you always have the option of transferring to a bus or train.   

Taking the tram to the city center is quite convenient. Tram Line 10 provides transportation from the airport to the main railway station located in the city center. The tram departs from the Airport Centre, which is located on Level -2. The tram runs every 7 ½ to 15 minutes.

Tram Line 2 operates between Farbhof and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 3 operates between Albisrieden and Kluspla, tram Line 4 operates between Werdhölzli and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 5 operates between Enge Railway Station and the zoo, tram Line 7 operates between Wollishofen and Stettbach Railway Station, tram Line 9 operates between Triemli and Hirzenbach, tram Line 10 operates between Seebach and the Main Railway Station, tram Line 11 operates between Oerlikon Railway Station and Rehalp, tram Line 13 operates between Albisgütli and Frankental, and tram Line 14 operates between Tremli and Seebach.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. However, taxis are more expensive than public transportation options and offer the same level of comfort. Public transportation vehicles provide quality service at an affordable price so paying extra for a taxi can be unnecessary.

Rental Car

If you don’t want to use public transportation vehicles, then renting a car is another transportation alternative. You can rent a car from the Airport Center, located on level 1, and return your vehicle to the Rental Car Return area at the end of your trip, if you are flying out of Zurich Airport. You can also book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Rental car companies located at the airport that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National, and Sixt. 

Weather in Zurich

DayMin - Max
SundayMin 2ºC - Max 8ºC
MondayMin 1ºC - Max 4ºC
TuesdayMin 0ºC - Max 3ºC
WednesdayMin -1ºC - Max 1ºC
ThursdayMin -2ºC - Max 1ºC

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