Zurich Airport.
Private aviation guide to Zurich Airport: runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- LSZH
- IATA
- ZRH
- Serves
- Zurich
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from ZRH.
Zurich Airport (LSZH) is one of the main private aviation airports serving Zurich.
Zurich handles private flights through its General Aviation Center, with escorted transfers to the aircraft and handlers including Jet Aviation and Cat Air Service.
Every IFR flight needs a slot and the night curfew allows no exceptions, with ad hoc charter departures slotted no later than 21:45.
Flights are operated by FOCA-licensed operators.
Zurich Airport at a glance.
| LSZH | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 16/34, 12,139 ft (3,700 m) |
| Opening hours | About 06:00 to 23:00 (local); no arrival slots 23:00 to 06:09 and no departure slots 22:46 to 05:44 |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry |
| Distance | About 9 km (6 miles) north of central Zurich |
| Private terminals | General Aviation Center, with handlers including Jet Aviation, Cat Air Service and BHS Aviation; a new private aviation terminal in the west of the airport is planned for spring 2028 |
| Rules for private jets | Slot required for every IFR movement, obtained through the handling agent; night curfew with no exceptions; ad hoc charter departures slotted no later than 21:45; parking limited to 2 hours during the World Economic Forum |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, LSZH; Restrictions Zurich, Slot Coordination Switzerland; GA/BA Aviation, Slot Coordination Switzerland (movement permission and slot rules); Business aviation, Flughafen Zürich (General Aviation Center, handlers); Zurich Airport starts building new private aviation terminal, Südostschweiz, April 2026. Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
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Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of Zurich Airport?+
About 06:00 to 23:00 (local); no arrival slots 23:00 to 06:09 and no departure slots 22:46 to 05:44.
How long is the runway at Zurich Airport?+
The longest runway is 16/34, 12,139 ft (3,700 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at Zurich Airport?+
Slot required for every IFR movement, obtained through the handling agent; night curfew with no exceptions; ad hoc charter departures slotted no later than 21:45; parking limited to 2 hours during the World Economic Forum.
Does Zurich Airport have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at ZRH?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from ZRH today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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