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Perth Airport is a modern facility serving Western Australia. One of the most viable options to reach the airport from the city center is by bus, but one must be aware of the bus schedule and deperature times. Taxis work throughout the day and often carry passengers with an set charge for this particular trip, but can be more expensive. Rental carts and shuttle services are also two useful options. The hotel you are staying at may also provide a service; be sure to call and ask them in advance.  

Rent a car 

You can rent a car in Perth and drive around the city and to the airport with ease. In the city Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, and Avis are some of the companies available. Renting a car will greatly facilitate your work and travels in Perth and in addition, the rental costs are also generally not too high. Before considering this option, please note that you must have an internationally valid driving license.

Taxis

You can find taxis across the Perth city center. If you are staying in a hotel, you can get support from the front desk in booking a taxi from the hotel. The average price of getting to the airport from the city center via taxi is around 45-50 dollars. However, late night and weekend taxi fares may be slightly higher. If you travel with your family or with heavy luggage, this might be the best option and worth the price. However, taxis are by far the most expensive option, more so than shuttle or bus services. Taxis can also be found outside the Perth city center, in settlements such as Scarborough, the Framantl, Armadale, Joondalup,  and Mandurah.

Shuttle Services

You can use the Connect Shuttle service, which takes off from the city center, to reach Perth Airport as well. The Kings Perth Hotel,  the Western Australian Museum,  the East Perth station, and the Ambassador Hotel are all points of interest that are servced by this shuttle service. The average price is around 15 AUS dollars. 

Bus

Perth International Airport can be reached by bus routes 40 or 380 from the city center. Buses stops are located at the Belmont Forum Shopping Center, Elizabeth Quay Bus Terminal and Burswood Train Station and bring passengers to the airport from the city center. Buses are also the most cost-effective tools that you can use to come to the airport in the city, but if you are in a hurry, taxis might be better.

Hotel Services

Some hotels offer the useful option of hotel shuttle services, but you should call your hotel in advance to see if this option is available. If it is, don't forget to ask about the departure and arrival times. 

Airport Information

Sydney, Melbourne, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Auckland and Denpasar are just some of the locations that can be reached via Perth airport. Even whilst waiting for a transfer, the airport offers passengers recreation areas, shopping opportunities, ATMs, and parking. You can easily handle your foreign currency transactions without leaving the airport, and duty free shops offer alcoholic beverages, expensive chocolates, and souvenirs. Perth Airport also offers numerous food and drink options and has business-class lounges of Emirates and Qantas airlines. Children can spend time comfortably in the passenger terminal T1, which has a children's playground. In addition, there are terraces are designed for travelers who want to watch the landing and takeoff of aircraft and offer an entirely different experience for visitors. The free internet connection at the airport terminals allows visitors to connect to the Internet at any time, and charging stations helps keeps your electronic devices such as mobile phones and computers at full power. The shopping opportunities at Perth International Airport include: Amcal Express, Australian Way, Huber Convenience, Gadgetshop, JEANSWEST, Optus, Link, Relay, Rip Curl, Sunglass Hut, Vodafone, and WHSmith. In order to sample the local flavors of world cuisine in Australia, the airport offers the following dining and drinking options: Haymarket, Poco Loco, Hungry Jack's, Hudsons Coffee Harvest Food Store in Machinet, Red Rooster, Sumo Salad, Subway, The Coffee Club and Toby's Estate.

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.