Key traffic figures Zurich Airport July, 2017

14.08.2017 - In July, 2'983'582 million passengers passed through Zurich Airport, corresponding to an increase of 4.5% compared to last year.

Extraordinary flight operations on 1 August 2017

28.07.2017 - On the evening of Swiss National Day, aircraft approaching from the North will land on runways 14 or 16 by way of exception. This is because flight operations in the East and South approach corridors could be affected by fireworks.

Fresh air prior to departure: opening of the Sports Bar terrace at Zurich Airport

14.07.2017 - The Sports Bar in the passenger zone at Zurich Airport is opening a new outdoor terrace with seating for 90 on July 15, 2017. Passengers can enjoy some fresh air before departure and a view of flight operations between Docks A and B.

Key traffic figures Zurich Airport June, 2017

12.07.2017 - In June 2017, 2'629'470 million passengers passed through Zurich Airport, corresponding to an increase of 10.6% compared to last year’s same period.

Start of the summer holidays at Zurich Airport

12.07.2017 - Zurich Airport will be extremely busy over the coming weeks as the summer holidays get underway. By taking a few simple steps, passengers can ensure their trip gets off to an efficient and enjoyable start.

Key traffic figures Zurich Airport May, 2017

13.06.2017 - In May, 2'500'749 million passengers passed through Zurich Airport, corresponding to an increase of 3.8% compared to last year’s same period.

Flughafen Zürich AG wins airport concession in Chile

22.05.2017 - Flughafen Zürich AG was awarded a new concession to operate and expand the international airport Diego Aracena (IATA: IQQ) in the city of Iquique, in northern Chile.

Stefan Tschudin appointed new Chief Operation Officer

17.05.2017 - Flughafen Zürich AG has designated a successor for Chief Operation Officer Stefan Conrad. Stefan Tschudin, Head Regulatory Affairs & Noise, will be appointed as the new Chief Operation Officer (COO) and member of the management board of the airport operator as of October 1, 2017.

11.05.2017 - In April, 2'537'301 million passengers passed through Zurich Airport, corresponding to an increase of 15.2% compared to last year’s same period.

Zurich Airport opens observation deck and introduces guided tours for passengers

08.05.2017 - Passengers travelling via Dock E can now spend time on an observation deck or book a personal guided tour in the midst of passenger flows. Both services enhance the quality of time spent at Zurich Airport.

The future of retail – THE CIRCLE as an innovative platform for new retail formats

05.05.2017 - Flughafen Zürich AG operates one of the biggest retail platforms in Switzerland and will continue to strengthen its position with THE CIRCLE. With a wide variety of uses, the new destination will offer a new and interactive form of customer dialogue.

Viewing platform for plane spotters and new Heligrill open from 28 April 2017

27.04.2017 - The area on the western side of Zurich Airport with a view of the intersection of runways 10/28 and 16/34 is a favourite place for plane spotters to hang out. From 28 April 2017, visitors can look forward to a four-metre high viewing platform and the new Heligrill.