Locarno Airport (ZJI)

Taxi from Locarno Airport to Locarno, fare, estimate & time

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Taxis are very expensive. Uber is legal in Zurich, Geneva and Basel. The estimated fare to Locarno is CHF291-CHF462. The official taxi rank is just outside arrivals, don't go with anyone offering a ride inside the terminal.

Locarno Airport is about 90 km east of Locarno from Locarno.

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Not just the centre

From Locarno Airport to other towns

Interlaken · 97 km, ~102 min · CHF318-CHF506
Lucerne · 108 km, ~114 min · CHF354-CHF562
Zurich · 136 km, ~143 min · CHF444-CHF706
Bern · 140 km, ~147 min · CHF457-CHF726

Estimates based on distance and the local tariff. Booking ahead is usually cheaper.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

How much is a taxi from Locarno Airport to Locarno?

Roughly CHF291-CHF462 at the local tariff. Many airports run a flat fare to zones, ask at the taxi desk first.

Can I get Uber / Bolt from Locarno Airport?

Taxis are very expensive. Uber is legal in Zurich, Geneva and Basel.

Taxi or a pre-booked transfer?

A taxi is cheaper for a short ride and one or two people. A pre-booked transfer is worth it for a late arrival, heavy bags, kids, or when you don't want to haggle, the price is fixed upfront.

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Sources: Distances & fares: distance calc + local tariff · Terminal detail: the airport site

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