International hub · Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich
- Elevation
- 1,417 ft
- Coordinates
- 47°27′N 8°33′E
- Local time
- Europe/Zurich
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Field information
LSZH runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Zurich (LSZH/ZRH) has 4 runways; the longest, 16/34, is 12,139 ft (3,700 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: 0600-2330LT — night curfew 2330-0600LT. Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LSZH, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Zurich
Country
Switzerland
CH
Municipality
Zurich
Elevation
1,417 ft
Position
47.4581, 8.5481
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
0600-2330LT — night curfew 2330-0600LT
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LSZH
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 12,139 ft (3,700 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 14/32 | 10,827 ft (3,300 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 10/28 | 8,202 ft (2,500 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 01H/19H | 1,010 ft (308 m) | 91 ft | grass | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LSZH.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Zurich (LSZH / ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LSZH is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LSZH
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Switzerland
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Switzerland. Applicable permit lead times for Switzerland are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Switzerland are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LSZH
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LSZH covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at LSZH
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LSZH is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LSZH
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LSZH: 47° 27′ 29″ N 8° 32′ 53″ E; elevation 1417 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Zurich
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Zurich. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LSZH.
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Cargo Operations at LSZH
Support for freighter operations into LSZH covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LSZH sits in the network
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Operating into LSZH?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Zurich — one desk for the whole trip.