Coronavirus –General information
Here you can find all important information about Covid-19, testing opportunities, flight information and opening hours. For information about your flight, please contact your airline.
Testing possibilities at the airport
Many destination countries currently require a negative corona test. Due to high demand, there may be waiting times at the testing centers at the airport. Please take care of this in advance. If possible, get tested the day before and come to the airport tested on the day of departure. The following testing facilities are available at Zurich Airport:
Testing possibilities public area
Testing Center Terminal 1, next to arrival 1
For persons without Covid-19 symptoms only
Testing Center Terminal 2, Check-in 2, Level 1
For persons without Covid-19 symptoms only
| Service: | PCR tests Rapid antigen tests |
| Price: | PCR test:
"Premium": CHF 149.– (children under 18 years CHF 99.-) *limited capacity Rapid antigen test: Free of charge for persons with Swiss health insurance. Travel certificate costs CHF 18.00. For those not insured in Switzerland: CHF 80.- (children under 18: CHF 60.-). |
| Appointment: | Not required, advance registration possible |
| Test result: |
PCR test: "Premium": about 5 hours after courier's departure, if tested before 17:00 "Gold Fast Track" Premium: 3 hours (sample submission must be between 08:00 and 16:00. Limited availability (8 tests every 30 minutes). Rapid antigen test: about 15 minutes |
| Opening hours: |
daily from 04:00 – 22:00 |
The tests are sent by courier (at 7:00, 9:00, 12:00, 14:00, 17:00) to an external laboratory for evaluation.
Testing Center Hotel Radisson Blu, 7th floor
For persons without Covid-19 symptoms only
| Service: |
PCR tests |
| Price: |
PCR tets: with pre-registration: CHF 119.- / without pre-registration: CHF 135.- |
| Appointment: |
Not required, customers with pre-registration benefit from a faster check-in and a discount of at least CHF 10.-. |
| Test result: | PCR tests: latest the next day, 12:00, by email and SMS Rapid antigen tests: about 15 minutes |
| Opening hours: |
daily from 07:00 – 21:30 |
Testing Center bus station
| Service: | PCR tests |
| Price: | CHF 149.- (children under 18 years: CHF 99.-) |
| Appointment: |
Reservation required |
| Test result: |
About 5 hours after courier's departure, if tested before 17:00* |
| Opening hours: |
Daily from 08:00 – 20:00 |
*The tests are sent by courier (at 7:00, 9:00, 12:00, 14:00, 17:00) to an external laboratory for evaluation.
Airport Medical Center
| Service: | PCR tests Rapid antigen tests |
| Price: | PCR test: CHF 200 – 240.– Rapid antigen test: CHF 100 – 120.– |
| Appointment: | Reservation required |
| Test result | PCR test: 24 – 48 hours Rapid antigen test: about 15 minutes |
| Opening hours: |
8:00 – 17:00 (limited on weekends) |
Victoria Apotheke, The Circle 52b
| Service: | PCR tests Rapid antigen tests |
| Price: | PCR test: CHF 169.– Antigen rapid tests: With health insurance in Switzerland, the test is covered by the federal government. There is only a CHF 10.– charge for the Covid certificate. Without health insurance in Switzerland: CHF 69.– (incl. certificate). |
| Appointment: | Online registration required (see link below) |
| Test result | PCR test: approx. 24 - 48h after test collection (except weekend). Antigen rapid tests: approx. 15 minutes |
| Opening hours: |
Mon - Fri: 8:00 – 19:00 |
Certain airlines or destination countries require a negative Covid-19 test to enter the destination country. Please enquire about the regulations of your airline or destination country well in advance of your departure.
Testing possibilities passenger area
Corona Testing Lounge Airside , next door to marhaba lounge
For persons without Covid-19 symptoms only. Please note that the test result must usually be presented at check-in. Therefore, find out in advance if your airline allows testing after check-in.
| Service: | Rapid antigen test |
| Price: |
CHF 100.– |
| Appointment: | not required, advance registration recommended viselio.com/zrh |
| Test result: | about 15 minutes |
| Opening hours: |
daily from 08:30-12:00 and 15:30-19:30 |
Corona testing room for transfer passengers, next door to Transit Hotel
For transfer passengers who cannot enter Switzerland only
| Service: | PCR tests Rapid antigen tests |
| Price: |
PCR test: CHF 149.- (children under 18 years: CHF 99.-), "fast track" premium: CHF 195.- |
| Appointment: | not required |
| Test result: | PCR test: about 5 hours after courier's departure, if tested before 17:00* Rapid antigen test: about 15 minutes |
| Opening hours: |
daily from 06:00 – 22:00 |
*The tests are sent by courier (at 7:00, 9:00, 12:00, 14:00, 17:00) to an external laboratory for evaluation.
Certain airlines or destination countries require a negative Covid-19 test to enter the destination country. Please enquire about the regulations of your airline or destination country well in advance of your departure.
Corona measures at Zurich Airport
In order to provide travellers, employees and visitors with the best possible protection against the coronavirus, Zurich Airport has implemented a range of hygiene and safety measures.
Covid-19 Helpline
Checkport Switzerland has been operating a Covid-19 travel helpline. Specialists support customers on all travel questions under Covid-19 conditions.
The helpline is available daily from 08:00 - 18:00 on 0900 734 736 (or 0900 REISEN). The call charges CHF 2.50/minute. Information is provided in German, English and French
Hygiene and protective measures
At Zurich Airport, we attach great importance to compliance with the instructions of the Federal Council regarding hygiene measures and social distancing. The most important measures from our protection plan are as follows:
- Approximately 200 disinfectant dispensers at various locations
- Ground markings for maintaining distance
- Significant increase in cleaning schedules
- Additional cleaning of contact surfaces (handrails on escalators, boxes at security checkpoints, luggage trolleys etc.)
- Masks are mandatory within the airport
- Safety Stations by Selecta offer masks and disinfectants to ensure compliance with hygiene measures
We also support the guidelines of the Federal Office of Public Health:
Protective masks
At Zurich Airport, it is mandatory to wear a mask. Passengers and visitors are requested to bring a mask to Zurich Airport. They can also be purchased at Zurich Airport in the following locations:
- Airport Shopping (pharmacy, Migros etc.).
- Selecta hygiene vending machines at the boarding pass screening in Terminals 1 and 2.
- Airside: Duty Free Levels 1 and 2, pharmacy, Press & Books and at the gate stores.
Please check with your airline to determine which masks are approved for your flight.
Travel
Currently, different regulations apply to travellers depending on the destination. Before you travel, find out from your airline or travel agent about the measures currently in force. Information about travelling at Zurich Airport can be found here:
Mandatory quarantine
People arriving in Switzerland from certain countries and areas are required to go into quarantine. The Swiss Federal Council informs which countries are affected and how the quarantine is to be implemented. Under certain conditions, recovered and fully vaccinated people as well as children under 16 years of age are exempt from the quarantine and testing requirement.
Arrival & Departure
Arrival
Due to a decision by authorities, people entering Switzerland by aircraft must present a negative Corona test (PCR or rapid antigen test) if they have not been fully vaccinated or can prove that they have contracted Covid 19 in the last six months. Children under 16 years are exempt from testing. In addition, persons arriving in Switzerland from high-risk countries are required to go into quarantine. Under certain conditions, recovered, fully vaccinated persons and children under 16 are exempt from the quarantine. Further information:
Passengers entering Switzerland are also required by the authorities to complete a federal entry form before entering the country. Transfer passengers do not need to present a negative test for transit. Please follow the rules of the airlines and destination countries. Under certain conditions, recovered and fully vaccinated persons are exempt from the requirement to provide contact information upon entry.
Transfer passengers do not need a negative PCR test or rapid antigen test for transferring (please consult the requirements of the airlines and destination countries).
Departure
Please inform yourself about the status of your flight before your departure. Due to the current restrictions, we kindly ask that you arrive at Zurich Airport on time.
A health check on departure may be carried out directly at the gate, if specified by the airline or the destination country. In this case, body temperature is measured at the gate using a hand-held thermometer. Further information is provided by the airlines.
Travelling by public transport
Please check the online timetable shortly before your journey and be aware of the recommended personal protective measures.
Travelling by car
Due to Covid-19 the car park P2 as well as the parking fields P16 and P17 remain temporarily closed. For terminal near parking head to P1 (Terminal 1) and P3 (Terminal 2) or P6 (four minutes walk to the terminals). For travellers looking for a budget offer, we recommend parking field P60, which can also be booked online. We thank you for your understanding.
Information for meeters and greeters
Masks are mandatory at Zurich Airport. Persons collecting passengers in the arrival halls are obliged to wear a mask and follow the instructions of the Passenger Flow Managers.
Recommendations for travellers
Please check the entry and exit regulations online:
Depending on the destination, different regulations apply for entry, exit and transfer, These are modified regularly by all countries. Please contact your airline or the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs EDA:
Current travel regulations by airline:
Helpful links
- General and current information on Covid-19 from the Federal Office of Public Health
- Entry and exit regulations
- Travel information by country from the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
- General travel information by country from the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
- Info for passengers (FOZA)
- Re-open EU
Services
Due to the coronavirus, different rules and opening hours currently apply to various services at Zurich Airport.
Observation decks & tours
Due to Covid-19, the Visitor Services program has been adjusted. Find out more about restrictions & adjusted opening hours:
Services and support
Some services are still restricted. For more information, please use the following links.
Special assistance
We continue to care for our passengers with reduced mobility (PRM). Where social distancing is not possible (transport from/to the gate, boarding), protective clothing (masks, gloves, aprons) will be used for both the protection of the passenger and others. Please note that you must always register your disability through your travel agency or airline, not via the airport.
Lounges
Information on the VIP lounge operated by Zurich Airport.
Other lounge facilities at Zurich Airport are currently limited due to Covid-19. Further information is available here.
Service and Info Desks
The Service Center on the 1st floor opposite Parking 2 is currently open from 06:00h until 30 minutes after the last arrival (see location here).
Airside info desk: The opening hours vary according to the timetable.
The information desks in Arrivals 1 & 2 are accessible between 06:00 – 22:30h or until the last arrival, but they are not staffed. The Observation Desk B is currently closed until end of February 2021.
Collection of dangerous goods ("Dangerous Goods"):
The collection of dangerous goods is possible with advance notification every Friday. Please send your details to: gpa@zurich-airport.com
Family Services
Family Services in Dock A are open Fri-Sun, 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Spotter sites
Spotter sites:
Our spotter sites will be open for everyone. The grill & food stalls are open in accordance with Covid-19 hygiene procedures. Please enquire on site about the procedures and opening hours. Zurich Airport thanks you for cooperation!
