Airport of arrival: | Zurich Airport |
Flight time from Istanbul to Zurich: | 2 hours 55 minutes |
Zurich is a lively city, the capital of the country that is famous for its banking sector, chocolate, watches, and neutrality. Switzerland has more than one official language and, at the same time, the one with the most official languages in the region: German, French, Italian, and Romansh. Lying in the north-eastern part of the country, Zurich is the biggest city in Switzerland and is consistently making it to the top of the international quality of life rankings. To see for yourself, book affordable flight tickets and go for a trip!
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul, or you can also fly indirectly through Balikesir, Sivas, Muscat, Abu Dabi, Hatay, Basra, Samsun, or some other cities. We recommend to check all the options and compare the prices before deciding on which tickets to buy. Also, it may be helpful not to limit yourself concerning what day to depart and what day to come back – the ticket prices might differ depending on the day of the week and on the time of the day of departure.
Zurich Airport is the airport that you can to fly with us. It is located just 13 kilometers north of the city center of Zurich.
Zurich Airport is the largest international airport in Switzerland, with over 30 million passengers served each year. With the first international flight operated in 1921, you can easily and quickly reach it with a few means of transportation. At the airport, there are many shopping venues in case you want to buy some souvenirs or need to snack something. As for food, there are multiple cafeterias and restaurants available. There is free wifi all around the airport, easily accessible by the passengers.
You can reach all the nearby areas, including the city center of Zurich, by the public transport buses. You can also take a tram going directly to the heart of Zurich or have a taxi; be careful about that last option as a taxi is costly in Switzerland. As for car rental, there are some opportunities available.
Public transportation is quite sophisticated in Zurich. There are many options for city transportation including tramways, bicycles, cable car sor taxis. Since Zurich is a small city, you can go many places in the city center by walking. The tramway and S-Bahn lines are almost all around the city that it is possible to go anywhere in city center by using tramway or S-Bahn.
If you are on a budget, it would be best to avoid living in the strict city center. Otherwise, there are many great hotels within walking distance from the train station and the old town. It is recommended to take care of your hotel reservation in advance.
If you need further details about what to eat in Zurich, you can browse through the food and beverage section of Zurich Food Guide.
In the following subsections, you will find the essential information for planning the details of your trip.
Germany is a party to the Schengen Agreement. The short-stay Schengen visa offers entrance and residence in Germany for a maximum period of 90 days. On the other hand, depending on your nationality; you might have to obtain a Schengen visa to enter Germany and the Schengen Zone at the same time.
The climate is fairly warm and moderate, with Summers usually not too hot and mild Winters.
Zurich is a lovely city with its amazing nature, namely, lakes and mountains. Below, some of must-seen attractions of Zurich are listed:
Alstadt
The charming old town of Zurich is a must-see. Tidy streets filled with bars, restaurants, and cute shops. If you happen to visit Switzerland between November and December, be sure to go to Alstadt for the fabulous, held yearly Christmas markets.
Lindenhofplatz
At a walking distance from Alstadt, you reach a place that has a stunning view of the city center. There is a tiny park with a charming fountain as well, so it is an excellent place to chill, have a snack, and recharge for further sightseeing.
Lake Zurich
Feeling the soft lake breeze on your face as you travel through the lake in a boat will be amazing! Yes, the boat trip is the best way to fully experience and enjoy the magnificent views that are waiting for you here. Make the most out of your stay in Zurich and get in touch with the local nature.
Uetliberg Mountain
It takes a bit of effort to get there, but it is worth it; the spectacular views that you will experience while taking a walk around, and on top there is a cute restaurant waiting for you, ready to warm you up with a hot coffee. This is an excellent opportunity to look at the city from a distance and have a calm time.
Kunsthaus Zurich
The Zurich Museum of Arts is considered by some to be one of the greatest of its kind in Europe – at the same time this is not the most famous museum, and so you can enjoy crowdless yet outstanding corridors filled with highest quality arts by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, and Vincent van Gogh and many, many others.
For the detailed information about the places to visit in Zurich, you can have a look at the Zurich Travel Guide.
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