Switzerland · Business aviation airport

Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport (LSZR).

Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport (LSZR / ACH) is an airport with a dedicated business aviation terminal serving St. Gallen, Switzerland, at 1,306 ft elevation with a longest runway of 1,455 m (4,774 ft). 1 alternative airport lies within 100 km.

Key facts
ICAO / IATA	LSZR / ACH
Location	St. Gallen, Switzerland (47.4850, 9.5608)
Elevation	1,306 ft (398 m)
Longest runway	10/28: 1,455 m / 4,774 ft, ASPH
Time zone	Europe/Zurich
Scheduled airline service	Yes
Official website	www.peoples.ch/lszr

Which airports are near Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport?

1 airport on this site lies within 100 km, the nearest being Zürich Airport at 76 km.

Airport	Codes	Distance	Longest runway	Type
Zürich Airport	LSZH / ZRH	76 km	3,700 m	Business aviation

Questions about Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport

Can private jets use Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport?

Yes. Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport has a dedicated business aviation terminal, and its 1,455 m runway suits turboprops and light to midsize jets; the operator confirms performance for larger types.

How far is Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport from St. Gallen?

Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport is in St. Gallen.

What is the nearest alternative to Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport?

Zürich Airport (LSZH / ZRH), 76 km away. Operators use alternates when weather, slots or opening hours rule out the first choice.

What documents do I need?

A passport for international flights and government photo ID for domestic flights. Visa rules are the same as for airline travel.

Sources

OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.

Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.