Many airports offer a security fast-tracking scheme. With a fast track security pass, passengers can enter a priority lane to skip the queues at security screening. This means reaching the security search-area quicker, allowing for more time to relax in the departure lounge before flying.
How early do I need to arrive at Zurich Airport?
Please arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare. We generally recommend you get to the airport around 2 hours before departure (short-haul routes) or 3 hours before departure (long-haul routes). Note also the personalised information in your pre-flight e-mail and on your boarding pass.
Does Zurich Airport have fast track security?
How is security at the Zurich airport?
Zurich Airport has been named as the world's best airport for security controls by the international rating organization Skytrax in 2023. In the rankings of the best airports overall, Zurich has risen one place from 9th in the previous year to 8th for 2023.
What is fast track in Europe airport?
Fast Track is the quickest way to pass through airport security screening, using a separate line that allows passengers to proceed more quickly and smoothly through security control.
Is Zurich Airport a busy airport?
Over a million passengers a month flew to and from Zurich during the second half of the year, corresponding to approximately 50% of 2019 volumes. October was a record month with 1.6 million passengers (56.2% of 2019 levels).