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Approximate Travel Distance
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281 Miles
1 hour 30 min
Firenze Santa Maria Novella Railway Station

Cheapest Zurich Florence Flight Tickets

22 Nov 2024
from $6652

Transportation to Zurich Airport from the City Center

Zurich has a very well developed public transportation system within the city. This system also serves the airport, which is located 13 km from downtown Zurich. Using the tram or bus lines from anywhere in the city you can get to the main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof. From this station you can easily take a train or tram to the airport. Zurich Airport is accessible by train, bus, tram, and taxi.

Train

Taking the train to the airport from the city center is very practical. Trains depart from the main railway station and get to the airport in about 12 minutes. Trains also run every 12 minutes.

Trains depart on time and are very reliable, unless there is a special circumstance that is causing a delay. The train provides transportation directly to the Airport Station, which is located on Level -2, next to the airport shopping center. Zurich’s main station experiences a lot of passenger traffic because trains operate not only within the city but to neighboring cities and countries like France and Germany as well.  

Other areas that regional trains travel to include the Glattbrugg Railway Station, Regensdorf Railway Station, Schlieren Railway Station, Waldburg, Wollishofen and Uetliberg. If you have time before your flight we recommend visiting the ShopVille mall, which is located beneath the main railway station.   

Bus

The city is famous for its public transportation network and the bus network throughout the city is especially advanced and comprehensive. Taking a bus to the airport is another convenient transportation alternative. You can take a bus from the main railway station, which is easily accessible from every part of the city. Buses provide direct transportation to the Airport Centre. Buses are on time and reliable under normal circumstances; in case of snow there can be delays.

Tram

The city’s tram network is also very advanced. The tram network extends to most parts of the city but the lines surround the city center. If there is a part of the city that is not accessible by tram you can transfer to a bus or train to get to your destination. Tram Line 10 provides transportation to the Airport Centre from the main railway station.

The following tram lines operate throughout Zurich: Line 2, which operates between Farbhof and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, 3, which operates between Albisrieden and Kluspla, Line 4, which operates between Werdhölzli and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, Line 5, which operates between Enge Railway Station and the zoo, Line 7, which operates between Wollishofen and Stettbach Railway Station, Line 9, which operates between Triemli and Hirzenbach, Line 10 which operates between Seebach and the Main Railway Station, Line 11, which operates between Oerlikon Railway Station and Rehalp, Line 13, which operates between Albisgütli and Frankental, and Line 14, which operates between Tremli and Seebach.

Taxi

Taxis are another convenient transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center. However, taxis are more expensive when compared to public transportation options. Public transportation in Zurich is very comfortable and reliable, so you can enjoy the same comfort-level using public transportation for a fraction of the price.

Rental Car

If you don’t want to take public transportation consider renting a car, which can be more affordable than taking a taxi. You can rent a car from various rental car companies located throughout the city or book a vehicle in advance online. Renting a car to get to the airport is both fast and convenient.

Airport Information

Zurich Airport is located 13 km from the city center and is the primary international airport serving the city. It is also the largest airport in the entire country. In addition to offering convenient transportation alternatives to and from the airport, Zurich Airport also features services to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. Zurich Airport contains many shops, located both before security and after. The general area before security check features stores such as Migros, Herren Globus, and Inter Discount and places you can get a bite to eat or something to drink like Starbucks and McDonald’s.

Once passengers go through security they have access to a variety of services and venues. Passengers can go shopping for quality products at stores like Schweizer Heimatwerk, Porsche Design, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Greider, Omega, Swatch, Swarovski, Tommy Hilfiger, and Victorinox. The Duty Free shops offer passengers luxury products at reasonable prices. The airport also contains bookstores and gift shops where passengers can buy small items and knickknacks.  

There are a variety of restaurants located in the passenger zone, including Burger King, Center Bar, Chalet Suisse, Montreux Jazz Café, and Walter. Zurich Airport also offers passengers various services such as free internet for 2 hours, lounges, currency exchange services, emergency services, transit hotels and dayrooms, and even showers. 

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

Transportation to Florence City Center from Airport

Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and the city inspired Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci…

Florence, which had been the capital of Italy for a while, emerges as one of the cultural capitals of Europe. The city, which attracts many tourists thanks to the historic buildings and charming atmosphere left as a legacy by centuries, also attracts attention as a trade center.

Transportation is easy in Florence, a small city in terms of surface area. As in all European cities, there are very systematical roads designed for pedestrians and vehicles, as well as cycling lanes for those who want to travel by bike. In addition to the tramway network, which has been built on a single line, the buses also provide the necessary transportation.

Peretola, the airport of Florence, is located very close to the city center and it also hosts international flights. Peterola Airport, built in the heart of the city of Florence, is just 5 kilometers away from the city center.

If you want, you can also travel by bus or taxi within this short distance. The airport also offers car and limo rental services for those who want to feel special.

Taxi

You can comfortably reach the city center from Peretola Airport by taking the advantage of taxis, called Radiotaxi in Florence. It is possible to get to the city center in as little as 15 minutes, a very short time, thanks to the taxis departing in front of the terminal building of the airport.

Bus

To get to the city center from the airport, you can get on the buses, which depart every 30 minutes between 5:30 am and 10:30 pm or you can benefit from the bus service which depart hourly between 8:30 pm and 10 pm at night. You can get a bus ticket when you board the bus and the bus ride to the city center takes about 30 minutes.

Limo Rental

Two limousine rental companies at the airport provide this service to you between 8 am and 8 pm. If you want to experience a unique transportation service, you can rent a limousine equipped with modern computer systems and designed for comfort with a special driver that makes you feel special.

Rent a car

Outside the terminal building, there are the offices of many famous car rental companies such as Sicly by Car, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Maggiore and Sixt. It is very easy to get to the city center by renting a car from these car rental companies that provide this service between 8 am and 11 pm each day of the week.

Last Updated: 13 Feb 2017

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Which airports can I use for Zurich-Florence flights?

For Zurich-Florence flights, you can use Zurich Airport, Zürich Railway Station as departure airport, and Florence - Amerigo Vespucci Airport, Firenze Santa Maria Novella Railway Station for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Zurich-Florence and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Zurich-Florence is 452 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Zurich-Florence flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Zurich-Florence flights is Friday.

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