Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport
ACH / LSZR
Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport (Altenrhein) is a small regional airport on the southern shore of Lake Constance serving the St. Gallen and Bregenz area. It handles scheduled regional services and seasonal international routes with a compact single terminal.
Terminal Guide for Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport #
The airport operates from one small terminal building with check‑in, security and a modest departures area. Distances inside the terminal are short and passenger flows are straightforward.
Getting to and From Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport #
The airport is located close to the lakeshore with connections to nearby towns; travel times vary by destination but rail/bus links are available from nearby stops.
- Shuttle / bus: Shuttle buses connect the airport with nearby railway stations and towns; check timetables for links to St. Gallen or Bregenz.
- Taxi / private transfer: Taxis and private transfers provide direct connections to local destinations.
- Train: There is no train station at the terminal; travel by bus or taxi to the nearest station for onward rail services around Lake Constance and to St. Gallen.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport #
The terminal provides essential services for regional and seasonal travelers.
- Lounges: No extensive lounge network; seating in departures.
- Food & drink: Small café or kiosk available in the terminal.
- Wi‑Fi / charging: Public Wi‑Fi is commonly offered; charging points are available in the departure area.
- Accessibility: Basic accessibility features are in place; contact your airline for specific assistance arrangements.
Tips for Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport #
- If travelling to St. Gallen or Bregenz, check bus/train connection times - the airport is closer to the lakeshore and cross‑border options.
- There is often a shuttle bus to nearby rail stations - coordinate schedules with flight times, especially outside peak season.
- For flights to Vienna or other destinations, check which carrier operates the route as seasonal schedules can change.
Weather & Climate near Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport #
Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1225 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 3° | -2° | 64 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 5° | 0° | 68 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 4° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 8° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 9° - 19° | 14° | 116 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 149 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 24° | 19° | 152 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 18° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 9° | 88 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 7° | 3° | 97 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -1° | 78 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
