Airport
St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport is a compact regional gateway in eastern Switzerland, close to Lake Constance and the Austrian border. Compare transfer options to St. Gallen, Rorschach, Bregenz, Vaduz and nearby destinations, and plan your journey with ease.
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About St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport
St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport is a regional gateway serving eastern Switzerland, with a location close to Lake Constance and the borders of Austria, Germany and Liechtenstein. Aviation at Altenrhein dates back to the late 1920s, when a first grass runway was established and early scheduled flights began from the site.
Today the airport operates a single compact passenger terminal and serves as a business and general aviation hub, while also supporting scheduled flights to Vienna and seasonal charter services to Mediterranean destinations. Its small size allows short walking distances and simple check-in, security and boarding procedures.
The airport lies about 20 km from central St. Gallen, near Rorschach and the southern shore of Lake Constance. Buses, taxis, private transfers and rental cars connect the terminal to St. Gallen and surrounding towns, while nearby roads provide access to Bregenz, Vaduz and the wider Alpine region.
Passenger facilities include a restaurant, business and pilot lounge, free Wi-Fi, accessible facilities and on-site parking, helping make arrivals and departures straightforward at this compact regional airport.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
The airport operates a single compact passenger terminal serving scheduled, charter, business and general aviation flights. The terminal can handle Schengen and non-Schengen traffic, with immigration facilities available for international travellers.
Ground Transportation Services to and from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport to hotels, city destinations and business locations across St. Gallen, Rorschach and the Lake Constance region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around eastern Switzerland.
Car Rental
Rent a car from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport for independent travel around St. Gallen, Lake Constance and onward journeys to nearby destinations in Austria, Germany and Liechtenstein.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, hotels, event venues and other destinations in the region.
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