Zurich Airport handles 30,000 bags daily on 34 km of conveyors

Zurich Airport processes about 30,000 bags each day using a network of conveyor belts that stretches 34 kilometres, a distance that would take roughly seven hours to walk.

The extensive baggage handling system supports the airport’s operations, ensuring luggage reaches the correct aircraft efficiently despite the large volume, which is crucial for maintaining flight schedules and passenger satisfaction.