Long Layover in Zurich Airport
I am traveling from Egypt to the US using Swiss airlines. The layover at Zurich airport is 16hrs. I found that there is a transit hotel at Zurich airport next to gates B/D.
Can I access this hotel if I don't have a Schengen visa?
Best Answer
Yes, you can, if you are an Egyptian passport holder or a US permanent resident.
As discussed in an answer about transit visas, if you are an Egypt passport holder, as stated in point 3, you do not need an airport transit visa in Switzerland. In fact, as an Egypt passport holder, the only country for which you need an airport transit visa is Czech republic. As stated in point 4, if you are a US permanent resident, it is also all right.
So yes, you can go to this transit hotel ("transit" as in airside located hotel). It is open 24 hours a day, but be careful it has 2 daily shifts, one daytime from when you arrive in the morning to 9pm and a nighttime from 3pm to 9am But you cannot leave the airport without a visa.
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Can I leave Zurich Airport during a layover?
Terminals A and B/D are located under one roof and connected by the Airside Center shopping/dining complex. Passengers can walk between gates and there are also moving walkways. Most international flights arrive and depart from Terminal E, a satellite terminal reachable in three minutes by the underground Skymetro.Do you have to go through customs on a layover in Zurich?
You will NOT go through immigration or customs in Zurich, as your final destination is outside of Switzerland, you will go through these formalities in Italy only. Your bags will be transferred to your Helevtic flight, you will not see them. When you get off your flight, look for signs saying \u201ctransit/transfer\u201d.Can I stay overnight at Zurich Airport?
Sleeping in Zurich AirportAirport security is generally tolerant of the few overnight campers, and they'll likely check your ID and boarding pass. They may also hand out a brochure to the airport's pay-to-use napping area if you're interested in more comfort \u2013 for a price.Are there any hotels inside Zurich Airport?
Welcome to the Transit Hotel. Are you waiting for your connecting flight and would like to spend the night at the airport or just have a short rest? You'll find the right place to relax at the Transit Hotel & Dayrooms. You can choose between a room or a rest area, depending on what you need.ZURICH, SWITZERLAND | LAYOVER HIGHLIGHTS
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