Check-in during Corona times
Due to the current travel restrictions and the associated document checks at check-in and at the gate, please allow sufficient time and arrive at Zurich Airport on time.
At home
Online check-in
To avoid any unnecessary waiting, we recommend that you check in before arriving at the airport. To do so, use the online or mobile check-in function on your airline’s website to check in from the comfort of your own home. You can then print off your boarding pass or save it to your mobile phone. You can drop off your baggage at your airline's check-in desk at the Airport.
At the airport
Check-in at the desk or at the machines
At the airport, go to your airline’s check-in area and check in at either the desk or the machine. Please note that some airlines allow you to check in at either only the desk or only the machine. In any case, you simply drop off your baggage at your airline's check-in desk.
Prior-evening check-in
Some airlines allow you to check in and drop off your baggage from 23 hours before your flight. Please check with your airline whether they offer prior-evening check-in.
Counter occupancy at Zurich airport
Counter occupancy at Zurich airport
In order to plan your check-in better the day before, please be aware of the expected passengers traffic at Zurich and airport as outlined below. This applies to the following airlines:Swiss International Airlines, Edelweiss, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines.
| 06:00 – 07:00 |
High passenger volume expected |
| 07:00 – 07:45 |
Moderate passenger volume expected |
| 07:45 – 09:00 |
High passenger volume expected |
| 09:00 – 10:00 |
Low passenger volume expected |
| 10:00 – 12:00 |
High passenger volume expected |
| 12:00 – 15:00 |
Low passenger volume expected |
| 15:00 – 16:00 |
Moderate passenger volume expected |
| 16:00 – 18:00 |
Moderate passenger volume expected |
| 18:00 – 20:00 |
Moderate passenger volume expected |
Luggage pick-up
Travel carefree by having your luggage collected from your front door and delivered to Zurich Airport. For selected airlines, your luggage will be checked-in directly and transported to your destination airport. Requirements:
- Your address is in Switzerland.
- Your luggage will be collected from your home one day before departure or on the same day.
- The baggage regulations of the airline apply.
You can find booking options and further information directly from the providers:
