Zürich Airport lounges guide

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The lounges you can use at Zürich Airport, with access options and where to find each one. Zürich Airport keeps things simple, with a handful of airport lounges to choose from — two in total. Options like SWISS and Aspire Lounges are spread across Airside Center and Dock E. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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SWISS

SWISS runs 5 lounges at Zürich Airport — across Dock E and Airside Center. You can usually get in with First Class, Hon Circle, Miles & More Senator, Star Alliance Gold and Business Class.

Lounges (5)

SWISS First Lounge E

Dock EDetails

SWISS's flagship lounge at Zürich offers a refined setting for First Class travellers, with two restaurants, a champagne bar, mini suites, a conference room and hotel-style rooms. A wine humidor holds more than 1,000 bottles from around the world, and the kitchen is known for a multi-course tasting menu with wine pairing.

International
Directions

Located in Dock E (Gates E), reached from the main terminal by the Skymetro underground people mover.

Access options
First Class
SWISS or Lufthansa First Class ticket on the day of the flight
Hon Circle
HON Circle membership
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SWISS Senator Lounge E

Dock EDetails

A spacious lounge of about 1,100 square metres with quiet zones, a dining area with live cooking and its own whisky bar. Showers are available, and a terrace offers views over the airfield and the Alps beyond.

International
Directions

Located in Dock E (Gates E), reached from the main terminal by the Skymetro underground people mover and then by lift from the gate level.

Access options
First Class
SWISS or Lufthansa First Class ticket
Hon Circle
HON Circle membership
Miles & More Senator
Miles & More Senator status
Star Alliance Gold
Star Alliance Gold status, Same-day flight on SWISS or another Star Alliance airline
Location details →

SWISS Business Lounge E

Dock EDetails

A bright, open lounge of about 1,200 square metres built around distinct zones, with quiet areas of recliners, a live cooking buffet, a work lounge with separate work stations and showers. It serves most intercontinental departures from Dock E.

International
Directions

Located above the E gates in Dock E, reached from the main terminal by the Skymetro underground people mover.

Access options
Business Class
Business Class ticket on SWISS or another Star Alliance airline
Location details →

SWISS Business and Senator Lounge Airside Center

Airside CenterDetails

Two lounges with separate entrances in the Airside Center, finished with high ceilings and striking chrome pipes and organised into distinct zones. Show cooking and the services of a modern lounge are offered to Business Class travellers and to Senator and Star Alliance Gold members.

International
Directions

Located in the Lounge Center of the Airside Center passenger area, airside after security.

Access options
Business Class
Business Class ticket on SWISS or another Star Alliance airline
Star Alliance Gold
Star Alliance Gold status, Same-day flight on SWISS or another Star Alliance airline
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SWISS Alpine Lounge

Airside CenterDetails

A lounge of about 500 square metres with alpine character and a modern food and beverage concept, holding up to 100 travellers. It serves Business Class passengers on SWISS and other Lufthansa Group airlines, as well as Senator and Star Alliance Gold members.

International
Directions

Located in the Airside Center passenger area.

Access options
Business Class
Business Class ticket on SWISS or another Lufthansa Group airline
Miles & More Senator
Miles & More Senator status
Star Alliance Gold
Star Alliance Gold status, Same-day Star Alliance flight
Location details →
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Aspire Lounges

Aspire Lounges runs 3 lounges at Zürich Airport — across Dock E and Airside Center. You can usually get in with Day Pass, Priority Pass and Dragonpass.

Lounges (3)

Suite by Aspire

Dock EDetails

An adults-focused lounge with attentive table service and an a la carte menu, complemented by Swiss wines and non-alcoholic drinks. It suits business travellers, couples and anyone wanting a more elevated dining experience before departure, and it is open to passengers of any airline or class.

International
Directions

Take the Skymetro to the top floor of Dock E and follow signs to Gates E and Lounges; the lounge is in the centre of Dock E, near the escalators and lifts.

Access options
Day Pass
Walk-in or pre-booked entry, open to all passengers
Priority Pass
Priority Pass membership, Upgrade fee payable on entry, Place must be reserved in advance
Dragonpass
DragonPass membership, Upgrade fee payable on entry, Place must be reserved in advance
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Aspire Lounge Airside Centre

Airside CenterDetails

A lounge open to all passengers in the central Airside area, with comfortable seating, food and drink and a place to work before departure. It is accessible to Priority Pass and similar lounge programme members as well as to walk-in guests.

International
Directions

Located on the third floor of the Airside Center, airside after security.

Access options
Day Pass
Walk-in or pre-booked entry, open to all passengers
Priority Pass
Priority Pass membership, Place must be reserved in advance
Location details →

Aspire Business Lounge

Dock EDetails

A lounge on the upper level of Dock E with buffet service of hot and cold dishes and comfortable seating, open to passengers of any airline or class. Children under seven enter free, and the lounge has views over the airfield.

International
Directions

Located in Gates E in the Midfield Terminal passenger area, reached by the Skymetro and then by escalator or lift.

Access options
Day Pass
Walk-in or pre-booked entry, open to all passengers
Priority Pass
Priority Pass membership, Place must be reserved in advance
Location details →

Questions

10 questions, answered from the lounges listings on this page.

Does Zürich Airport have lounges?

Yes, Zürich Airport has 8 lounges available: • SWISS First Lounge E (Dock E) • SWISS Senator Lounge E (Dock E) • SWISS Business Lounge E (Dock E) • SWISS Business and Senator Lounge Airside Center (Airside Center) • SWISS Alpine Lounge (Airside Center) • Suite by Aspire (Dock E) • Aspire Lounge Airside Centre (Airside Center) • Aspire Business Lounge (Dock E)

Where is the SWISS First Lounge E located at Zürich Airport?

The SWISS First Lounge E is located in Dock E at Zürich Airport.

Where is the SWISS Senator Lounge E located at Zürich Airport?

The SWISS Senator Lounge E is located in Dock E at Zürich Airport.

Where is the SWISS Business Lounge E located at Zürich Airport?

The SWISS Business Lounge E is located in Dock E at Zürich Airport.

Where is the SWISS Business and Senator Lounge Airside Center located at Zürich Airport?

The SWISS Business and Senator Lounge Airside Center is located in Airside Center at Zürich Airport.

Where is the SWISS Alpine Lounge located at Zürich Airport?

The SWISS Alpine Lounge is located in Airside Center at Zürich Airport.

Where is the Suite by Aspire located at Zürich Airport?

The Suite by Aspire is located in Dock E at Zürich Airport.

Where is the Aspire Lounge Airside Centre located at Zürich Airport?

The Aspire Lounge Airside Centre is located in Airside Center at Zürich Airport.

Where is the Aspire Business Lounge located at Zürich Airport?

The Aspire Business Lounge is located in Dock E at Zürich Airport.

Which terminals have lounges at Zürich Airport?

Lounges are available in the following terminals at Zürich Airport: Dock E, Airside Center.

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