Zurich Airport Travel Guide
Zurich Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Zurich Airport is an airport in Zurich. Zurich Airport (ZRH) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Zurich Airport with light showers. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 60°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Zurich Airport is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
The closest major airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), about 127 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Lucerne, Lake Constance, Eiger and Jungfraujoch.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 11.9°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Zurich Airport today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Zurich Airport
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 47°27′52.9″N 8°32′57.1″E (47.4647, 8.5492)
Weather in Zurich Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:24 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 73° / 55°
Light showers · 38% rain · wind 8 mph
🌥️ 76° / 48°
Fog · 3% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Zurich Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 47°27′52.9″N 8°32′57.1″E (47.4647, 8.5492) |
| IATA code | ZRH |
| Local time | 6:24 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Zurich Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Zurich Airport.
Best time to visit Zurich Airport
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 73°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Zurich Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milan Malpensa Airport | MXP | 127 mi | Milan |
| Munich Airport | MUC | 162 mi | Munich |
| Frankfurt Airport | FRA | 178 mi | Germany |
| Venice Marco Polo Airport | VCE | 226 mi | Venice |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 296 mi | Paris |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 298 mi | Paris |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zurich Airport?
Zurich Airport is an airport in Zurich. Its coordinates are 47.4647, 8.5492. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Zurich Airport right now?
It is currently 65°F (18°C) with light showers. Humidity is 97% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Zurich Airport?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Zurich Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zurich Airport in?
Zurich Airport observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 6:24 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Zurich Airport?
The closest airports are Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 127 mi away, Munich Airport (MUC), 162 mi away and Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 178 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Zurich Airport?
Popular options include Lake Lucerne, Lake Constance, Eiger, Jungfraujoch, Jungfrau and Swiss National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 6:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
