Zurich Airport will accept public comments from June 1 to 30 regarding the extension of its two runways.
Runway 32 will be extended 280 meters to the north, and Runway 28 will be extended 400 meters to the west. Since the extension of Runway 32 will be contained within the airport premises, the construction period is estimated at about two years. The extension of Runway 28 will require large-scale construction work, and the construction period is expected to be about 7 to 8 years. Neither project is expected to begin before 2030.
The extension of Runway 28 will improve safety during landings and aborted takeoffs, increase the availability of weather-dependent eastbound approach operations, and help reduce delays and noise from evening through nighttime.
The extension of Runway 32 will enable the airport to accommodate almost all large long-haul passenger aircraft. It will no longer be necessary to cross a runway and depart from Runway 34, which is expected to improve safety and on-time performance. Safety area plans will also be adjusted.
Based on a comprehensive safety analysis conducted in 2012, the plan was approved by voters in March 2024. The Glatt River will be relocated, extending its length by 400 meters and increasing its area. Walking paths and bridges will also be developed.
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