ZRH - Zürich Airport
Zurich, Switzerland
IATA Code: ZRH · Zurich, Switzerland
The airport code ZRH is the IATA identifier for Zürich Airport. You may also find it referred to as Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Zürich Airport (ZRH) serves Zurich, Switzerland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ZRH is the IATA airport code for Zürich Airport, located in Zurich, Switzerland. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.4647°N, 8.5492°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ZRH
- City
- Zurich
- Country
- Switzerland
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Latitude
- 47.4647°
- Longitude
- 8.5492°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZRH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| EML - Emmen | 45 km | $694 | $1/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 56 km | $864 | $2/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 57 km | $879 | $2/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 87 km | $1,342 | $3/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 100 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 101 km | $1,558 | $3/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 117 km | $1,805 | $4/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZRH Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ZRH
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Zurich
Zurich experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ZRH
As a European airport, ZRH falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via ZRH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Zürich Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ZRH
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ZRH are EML, BXO, ZQL — consider these for potentially lower fares