Airports Near Luzern
The closest airports to Luzern, Switzerland: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Luzern, Switzerland is Buochs Airport (BXO), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Zurich Airport (ZRH).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BXO | Buochs AirportBuochs, Switzerland | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| ZRH | Zurich AirportZurich, Switzerland | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | International |
| BRN | Bern Belp AirportBern, Switzerland | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Regional |
| BSL | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg AirportBale/Mulhouse, France | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Regional |
| MLH | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg AirportBale/Mulhouse, Switzerland | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Regional |
| ZQL | Donaueschingen-Villingen AirportDonaueschingen, Germany | 65 mi / 104 km | 1 hr 56 min | Regional |
| ACH | St Gallen Altenrhein AirportAltenrhein, Switzerland | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Regional |
| VIP | Payerne AirportPayerne, Switzerland | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Buochs Airport (BXO) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Zurich Airport (ZRH) (31 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Luzern. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BXO.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near BXO saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Luzern is Buochs Airport (BXO), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.