Cheap air tickets to Zurich

Zurich is a busy city located on the northwestern tip of Lake Zurich. It serves as a global financial hub and is home to many major universities, research facilities and large corporations. This exuberant city ranks as one of the most liveable in the world and is also one of the most expensive places to live in. Zurich is a wealthy metropolis. It's culturally vibrant and full of modern nightclubs, live music venues and performing arts centres. Despite all the contemporary buildings that have sprung up all over the city, you'll still find old world art and architecture as you visit popular tourist spots.

Whether you're in town for business or a holiday, you'll enjoy the city's entertainment options. Wander through the ancient city centre to see century-old architecture and tall church steeples. One thing you'll really appreciate here is the public transportation system. The city is well connected by trains, trams, buses, cable cars and funicular railways. Book your air tickets to Zurich and find out why this city ranks so high for its quality of life.

Planning an itinerary for your vacation in Zurich? Check out our list of tourist hotspots:

• Head to the Fraumünster—an ancient cathedral that's famous for its spectacular stained glass windows
• Spend a few hours at the Kunsthaus gallery which has an impressive collection of European art
• Make a stop at the Schweizerisches Landesmuseum to view beautifully carved sleds and archaeological finds
• Head to Helsinki Hütte—an old hut that's been transformed into a live music venue
• Catch a show at Rote Fabrik—a performance venue that hosts stellar concerts
• If you'd like to see an orchestra play visit the Tonhalle
• Catch a football game at the popular Letzigrund Stadium
• Head to St. Peterskirche—a wonderful church with a tower that dates back to the 13th century
• Spend some time at the Im Viadukt–known for its many cafes, clothes and furniture stores
• Visit Josefswiese—an excellent picnic spot complete with grassy areas and a fountain for the little ones

The main international airport that handles passengers travelling to the city is Zürich Airport. It serves around 60 passenger carriers from all over the world and offers flights to 196 destinations. This airport is the largest in the nation and has 3 airside terminals. Schengen and Non-Schengen passengers are served in separate areas within the Airside centre. Terminal A handles carriers from the Schengen area; terminal E handles flights from Non-Schengen areas; while terminal B serves both Schengen and Non-Schengen flights.