Swiss International Air Lines Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and what makes it Switzerland's flagship carrier with premium Swiss quality.
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Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Swiss International Air Lines Ltd. |
| Founded | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Basel, Switzerland |
| Alliance | Star Alliance (Lufthansa Group) |
| Fleet Size | ~90 aircraft |
| Destinations | 100+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~17 million |
| Hub Airport | Zurich (ZRH), Geneva (GVA) |
| On-time Performance | ~85% |
| Skytrax Rating | 4-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
Swiss International Air Lines offers solid baggage allowances across all cabin classes. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (all fares) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm |
| Weight limit | 8 kg Economy / 16 kg Business |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Economy Flex — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business Class — 2 × 32 kg | Included |
| First Class — 3 × 32 kg | Included |
💡 Tip: Swiss is part of the Lufthansa Group — Miles and More miles earn on all flights. Compare total prices on Expedia before booking.
Cabin Classes
Three cabin classes — from Economy to Business with award-winning Swiss dining
- 1 × 23 kg checked bag included
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- In-flight entertainment included
- Swiss chocolates served on all flights
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- Free seat selection
- Free date changes
- Priority boarding
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium Swiss dining and wines
- SWISS Lounge access (Zurich)
Fleet Overview
Swiss operates a lean, modern mixed Airbus and Boeing fleet. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Swiss fleet at Zurich Airport to landing
Route Network
Connecting 100+ destinations across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa via its Zurich and Geneva hubs. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Zurich, Geneva
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Prague, Vienna
- Tokyo, Singapore
- Hong Kong, Bangkok
- Delhi, Mumbai
- Dubai, Tel Aviv
- Nairobi, Cape Town
- Johannesburg
- Casablanca
- Cairo
- New York (JFK), Chicago
- Los Angeles, San Francisco
- São Paulo, Buenos Aires
- Toronto, Miami
Pros and Cons
- 🎯 Swiss precision — one of Europe's best on-time records
- 🍫 Famous Swiss chocolate served on every flight
- 🏔️ Excellent Zurich hub for European connections
- 🍷 Premium Swiss dining and wines in Business Class
- ✈️ Part of Lufthansa Group — extensive partner network
- 💰 Premium pricing — among Europe's most expensive carriers
- 🌍 Smaller long-haul network than Lufthansa or BA — see our airline comparison for alternatives
- 🔄 All routes connect via Zurich or Geneva
- 💺 Economy legroom below industry average
- 🎒 Economy Light fares have no checked bag
Swiss Airbus A340 departing Zurich
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