Connecting in Zurich [ZRH]
Oct 27, 2017, 2:25 pm
#738
Join Date: Oct 2010
Programs: NZ*G, TK*G, Le Club Accorhotels AdvantagePlus Platinum
Posts: 158
Hi all,
I am looking at an itinerary on LX from ARN-JFK. Flight details are:
Dep: ARN - 09:50, Arr: ZRH - 12:15
LX 1249 Operated by SWISS
-- Connection time: 40m --
Dep: ZRH - 12:55, Arr: JFK - 16:05
LX 14 Operated by SWISS
Travel time: 12h 15m
This is one of my preferred itineraries that I am looking at, mainly as the long-haul ZRH-JFK flight (LX 14) has Y in a 2-4-2 config, and I will be travelling with my partner and hope to get a Window-Aisle seat. I know LH also has this configuration also via. MUC but the prices for the day I am looking at flying is too expensive.
My biggest worry is the 40m connection time, especially being in Y, has anyone flown this route or similar to the US and did you (and your bags) make the connection?
Thanks in advance for your help!
I am looking at an itinerary on LX from ARN-JFK. Flight details are:
Dep: ARN - 09:50, Arr: ZRH - 12:15
LX 1249 Operated by SWISS
-- Connection time: 40m --
Dep: ZRH - 12:55, Arr: JFK - 16:05
LX 14 Operated by SWISS
Travel time: 12h 15m
This is one of my preferred itineraries that I am looking at, mainly as the long-haul ZRH-JFK flight (LX 14) has Y in a 2-4-2 config, and I will be travelling with my partner and hope to get a Window-Aisle seat. I know LH also has this configuration also via. MUC but the prices for the day I am looking at flying is too expensive.
My biggest worry is the 40m connection time, especially being in Y, has anyone flown this route or similar to the US and did you (and your bags) make the connection?
Thanks in advance for your help!
Nov 13, 2017, 2:12 pm
#739
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: New York NY
Programs: UA Gold, CO Plat, CO Million Miler
Posts: 2,617
From skimming though the thread, it sounds like a 60 minute connection is OK, provided incoming is close to on time...I'll be arriving on United from the US and transferring to Helvetica for Milan. We won't be checking luggage. I assume we go though passport control on arrival, but not security....Is that right? are there any special we hould know about? like having to wait for busses at remote aircraft stands.
Dec 20, 2017, 9:03 am
#740
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 166
Old thread, so sorry for the bump, but...
I have a 75 minute transfer from STR>ZRH>ORD. We are in F and traveling with a lap child. It seems this is enough time, but does anyone know the following:
-Does STR>ZRH arrive in the same terminal that ZRH>ORD departs?
-Flying F both legs, is there someone we should speak with ahead of time to ask for assistance since we have our infant and can't simply run?
TIA! We are on the last NS home from ZRH and don't want to get stuck for the night!
I have a 75 minute transfer from STR>ZRH>ORD. We are in F and traveling with a lap child. It seems this is enough time, but does anyone know the following:
-Does STR>ZRH arrive in the same terminal that ZRH>ORD departs?
-Flying F both legs, is there someone we should speak with ahead of time to ask for assistance since we have our infant and can't simply run?
TIA! We are on the last NS home from ZRH and don't want to get stuck for the night!
Dec 20, 2017, 3:24 pm
#741
Join Date: May 2009
Location: SIN (with a bit of ZRH sprinkled in)
Posts: 9,454
Old thread, so sorry for the bump, but...
I have a 75 minute transfer from STR>ZRH>ORD. We are in F and traveling with a lap child. It seems this is enough time, but does anyone know the following:
-Does STR>ZRH arrive in the same terminal that ZRH>ORD departs?
-Flying F both legs, is there someone we should speak with ahead of time to ask for assistance since we have our infant and can't simply run?
TIA! We are on the last NS home from ZRH and don't want to get stuck for the night!
I have a 75 minute transfer from STR>ZRH>ORD. We are in F and traveling with a lap child. It seems this is enough time, but does anyone know the following:
-Does STR>ZRH arrive in the same terminal that ZRH>ORD departs?
-Flying F both legs, is there someone we should speak with ahead of time to ask for assistance since we have our infant and can't simply run?
TIA! We are on the last NS home from ZRH and don't want to get stuck for the night!
STR-ZRH will be in C. Same seat as in Y.
In ZRH either follow the signs towards E (will be by a fast shuttle train) or head to the F lounge and ask to be driven over (possibly slower)
If you want some time in the F lounge in E (really good one.. MUCH better than its A counterpart) then the train will probably be the faster solution since pickup from A to drive over might take a bit of time.
Dec 26, 2017, 7:05 pm
#742
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: California
Posts: 463
Hello,
I am looking at a Schengen -> ZRH -> USA (award) ticket that has a 45-minute connection time in Zurich next February. The first flight is operated by another *A airline and the departing flight is on LX. This seems a bit tight particularly given the possibility of weather-related delays at that time of the year, so I would like to better understand my options.
Questions:
- Is this enough time to make the transfer? We both walk fast and do not plan to check bags.
- In the event that the inbound flight is late, who is responsible for rebooking me? LX, the other *A airline, or UA (whose miles are being used for this trip)?
- Is it accurate to say that because of EU261/2004, this airline will (at a minimum) have to provide food and lodging even if the misconnect is caused by weather issues?
Thanks in advance!
I am looking at a Schengen -> ZRH -> USA (award) ticket that has a 45-minute connection time in Zurich next February. The first flight is operated by another *A airline and the departing flight is on LX. This seems a bit tight particularly given the possibility of weather-related delays at that time of the year, so I would like to better understand my options.
Questions:
- Is this enough time to make the transfer? We both walk fast and do not plan to check bags.
- In the event that the inbound flight is late, who is responsible for rebooking me? LX, the other *A airline, or UA (whose miles are being used for this trip)?
- Is it accurate to say that because of EU261/2004, this airline will (at a minimum) have to provide food and lodging even if the misconnect is caused by weather issues?
Thanks in advance!
Dec 29, 2017, 2:25 pm
#743
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 1,435
ZRH Connection Question please
Looking into a possible flight next year with this itinerary (I'd be using UA Skymiles for a U ticket
:
FCO-ZRH
9:40-11:25
and then
ZRH-LAX
1:10-4:20
I've been to ZRH once, so I am not too familiar. My main concern is if 90 minutes is enough time for the connection. Thanks for any advice
:FCO-ZRH
9:40-11:25
and then
ZRH-LAX
1:10-4:20
I've been to ZRH once, so I am not too familiar. My main concern is if 90 minutes is enough time for the connection. Thanks for any advice
Dec 29, 2017, 4:56 pm
#745
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 1,435
Jan 22, 2018, 3:35 pm
#748
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: New York NY
Programs: UA Gold, CO Plat, CO Million Miler
Posts: 2,617
Here's another short one. This would be in October...so no winter weather....but I assume we would have to go through another security screening for a US bound flight. Worth risking? we have an alternative longer itinerary though Frankfurt on Lufthansa.
Milan, IT (MXP - Malpensa) to Zurich, CH (ZRH)
11:10 am - 12:10 pm (1h)
LX 1617 Bombardier CS100
Operated By SWISS Global Airlines
45m connection
Zurich, CH (ZRH) to New York, NY, US (JFK - Kennedy)
12:55 pm - 5:05 pm (9h 10m)
LX 14 Airbus A330-300
Operated By SWISS International Airlines
Milan, IT (MXP - Malpensa) to Zurich, CH (ZRH)
11:10 am - 12:10 pm (1h)
LX 1617 Bombardier CS100
Operated By SWISS Global Airlines
45m connection
Zurich, CH (ZRH) to New York, NY, US (JFK - Kennedy)
12:55 pm - 5:05 pm (9h 10m)
LX 14 Airbus A330-300
Operated By SWISS International Airlines
Jan 22, 2018, 3:47 pm
#749
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: ZRH
Programs: M&M SEN (*G), HH Diamond
Posts: 2,418
There can be winter weather in October. @:-)
No, there won't be an additional security check between your flights. But you will have to go through a passport check and another "US" check just before boarding at the E gates.
You would be on the third of four daily flights to NYC (3x LX, 1x UA within *A). Worst case, you could be rebooked on the EWR flight leaving at around 5PM (LX18).
There is another MXP-ZRH flight just one our before yours most days of the week (LX1613). Personally, I would try to get on that one instead.
You would be on the third of four daily flights to NYC (3x LX, 1x UA within *A). Worst case, you could be rebooked on the EWR flight leaving at around 5PM (LX18).
There is another MXP-ZRH flight just one our before yours most days of the week (LX1613). Personally, I would try to get on that one instead.
Jan 22, 2018, 7:20 pm
#750
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: New York NY
Programs: UA Gold, CO Plat, CO Million Miler
Posts: 2,617
There can be winter weather in October. @:-)
No, there won't be an additional security check between your flights. But you will have to go through a passport check and another "US" check just before boarding at the E gates.
You would be on the third of four daily flights to NYC (3x LX, 1x UA within *A). Worst case, you could be rebooked on the EWR flight leaving at around 5PM (LX18).
There is another MXP-ZRH flight just one our before yours most days of the week (LX1613). Personally, I would try to get on that one instead.
No, there won't be an additional security check between your flights. But you will have to go through a passport check and another "US" check just before boarding at the E gates.
You would be on the third of four daily flights to NYC (3x LX, 1x UA within *A). Worst case, you could be rebooked on the EWR flight leaving at around 5PM (LX18).
There is another MXP-ZRH flight just one our before yours most days of the week (LX1613). Personally, I would try to get on that one instead.