The SBB direct rail from Zurich Airport to Zürich Hauptbahnhof takes just 10 minutes and runs every few minutes — one of Europe's most efficient airport-to-city train links.
Things to do at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
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Things to do in Zurich Airport
Zurich Airport is one of Europe's most polished airports and makes layovers a genuine pleasure. Airside Center connects the terminals and has excellent Swiss dining, luxury retail, a fitness center, and a spa. The Observation Deck and viewing terrace offer great planespotting. The SBB rail direct service reaches Zurich Hauptbahnhof in just 10 minutes — one of the world's fastest airport-to-city connections.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Zurich Airport
- The airside Observation Deck (Deck E, Level 3) offers free planespotting views — a genuinely enjoyable way to pass time between flights.
- The airport's Airside Center has a fitness center, spa, and upscale dining that's worth exploring on a longer layover in this premium Swiss hub.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at ZRH
4 Sanctifly partner lounges at Zurich Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestAspire ONE Lounge
When you travel through Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland, the Aspire ONE Lounge is an easy-to-find airport lounge located in the Main Terminal’s Airside Center within the Airside Schengen area. After you complete the passport control and security check, simply follow the airport signs directing you through the airside centre. The lounge is situated on level 3 of the airside centre, making it a convenient stop for travelers who want a comfortable place to relax before their flight while staying close to the gates in the Schengen zone.Book Now
100 points per guestMarhaba Lounge
At Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland, the Marhaba Lounge is conveniently located in the Airside area of the Main Terminal-Airside Center, making it an easy stop for travelers once they’ve cleared the formalities. After completing passport control and the security check, remain in the Airside zone and head toward the Terminal B/D area. You’ll find the airport lounge on level 2, positioned above Terminal B/D, so you can relax close to the departure gates. This straightforward location at Zurich Airport helps streamline your travel through Zurich, whether you’re departing, connecting, or simply looking for a comfortable place to wait after clearing security.Book Now
100 points per guestPrimeclass Lounge
At Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland, the Primeclass Lounge is conveniently located in Terminal E on the airside, making it an easy stop once you’ve cleared the formalities and are ready to relax before your flight. After completing the passport control and security check, continue through the airside departures area and head to the 2nd floor departures level. From there, take either the elevator or the stairs up to the 3rd floor. Once on the 3rd floor, follow the airport signage directing you to the airport lounge, and continue toward the E-gates. The Primeclass Lounge is situated near gate E46, so travelers departing from Terminal E can quickly find it and settle in comfortably before boarding. This straightforward route helps you make the most of your travel time at Zurich Airport, whether you’re connecting or starting your journey from Zurich.Book Now
100 points per guestAspire SKY Lounge
At Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland, the Aspire SKY Lounge is conveniently located airside in Terminal E, making it an ideal airport lounge stop for travel after you’ve cleared security. Once you are through security control and heading toward Gates E, go to the 2nd floor departures level and take either the elevator or the stairs up to the 3rd floor. From there, simply follow the airport signage directing you to the Aspire SKY Lounge. The lounge is situated above gate E52, so if you’re near that gate you’re already close—just look for the clearly marked signs leading you up to the entrance. This straightforward location in Terminal E helps travelers at Zurich Airport find the lounge quickly before their next flight.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.