SWISS Ticketing and Check-in Information

SWISS offers 3 easy options for check-in:

Airport Counter Check-in: Check-in for your flight in the most conventional manner by stopping by the SWISS counter at the airport. You can also check in at more than 50 train stations in Switzerland. At Zurich airport the staffed desks for Economy check in have been replaced by self service check in kiosks.

Next Day or Advance Check-in: This option allows you to save time and check-in for your flight up to 24 hours in advance of your departure time via the internet. To check-in online, visit SWISS’s online check-in page. After checking-in, you can print out your boarding pass and proceed directly to the security gates if you aren’t checking any baggage. If you have to check baggage be sure to stop by the SWISS counter.

Electronic Kiosk Check-in: For those traveling from Zurich, Basel and Geneva who want to bypass the lines at the counter on busy travel days, SWISS offers check-in services for passengers via electronic kiosks. Typically, these kiosks contain SWISS signage on them and are located near the SWISS counter.

SWISS Baggage Information & Restrictions

Checked Luggage Restrictions for Swiss

For those travelling Economy Class on SWISS, you will be allowed 1-2 items of checked baggage, not exceeding 20 kg in total and with dimensions (L + W + H) not totaling more than 158 cm per item. Economy Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. For a full breakdown of checked baggage allowance based on destination, and potential fees associated with baggage, please visit SWISS’s Baggage Allowance Page.

For those travelling Business Class on SWISS, 1-2 items of checked baggage are allowed, not exceeding 30 kg in total and with dimensions (L + W + H) not totaling more than 158 cm per item. Business Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. For a full breakdown of checked baggage allowance based on destination, and potential fees associated with baggage, please visit SWISS’s Baggage Allowance Page.

For those travelling First Class on SWISS, you will be allowed 2 items of checked baggage, not exceeding 40 in total and with dimensions (L + W + H) not totaling more than 158 cm per item. First Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. For a full breakdown of checked baggage allowance based on destination, and potential fees associated with baggage, please visit SWISS’s Baggage Allowance Page.

If you are traveling with a child under 2 years old, irrespective of which class you are traveling in, you are entitled to an additional bag weighing up to 10 kg as well as a stroller.

Carry-On Baggage Restrictions for SWISS

You are allowed to carry 1 piece of baggage with you on the flight at no extra charge. The maximum weight for carry-on baggage must not exceed 8 kg, with a total dimension (L + W + H) of 115 cm.

For those traveling business or first class, 2 pieces of checked luggage are allowed, with a maximum weight of 8 kg per bag and total dimensions (L + W + H) of 115 cm. From India only 1 piece of carry on baggage is allowed, including a laptop.

If you are traveling with an infant, you are also entitled to take one baby carrier, collapsible pram (in the freight compartment) or car seat on board.

Travelers may also take items for personal use into the cabin including laptops, cameras, purses, mp3 players, food, pillows, etc. For the complete list of allowed carry-on and personal items on SWISS please visit their Baggage Allowances Page.

SWISS Special Luggage Requirements

SWISS allows passengers to take some non-traditional traveling items with them to their destinations including bicycles, golf clubs, and angling equipment. For more information on traveling with these special items, visit SWISS’s Baggage Allowance Page.

SWISS Seating Options

SWISS offers 3 options for seating on their flights:

Economy Class

Economy class seating on SWISS has a distance of 32 inches between seats. The seats are modern and, depending on your aircraft you have a choice of at least 7 and as many as 35 film and TV shows to choose from on your individual screen. In addition, there are also 16 audio channels and 10 games available on Economy International flights.

Business Class

Business class seating on SWISS has a distance of up to 60 inches between seats. Depending on your aircraft you will have a seat that reclines either to 13 degrees or horizontally into a bed. The seats have large monitors, electronic connectors, USB ports and iPod connector.

First Class

First class seating on SWISS has 83 inches of space. You will have an armchair, ottoman and table, with enough room to accommodate another first class passenger as a guest for a talk or dinner. The armchair converts into a bed at the touch of a button.

Traveling with Pets on SWISS

Don't forget Rover!

Flying with your pets can be a safe and fun experience if airline rules and regulations are followed. Live pets can only be transported to countries where the regulations of the country permit, and subject to the terms and conditions specified by that country. Pets can often travel on flights with you in the cabin, in the hold as checked baggage, or in the hold, as cargo. See SWISS's Traveling with Pets.

SWISS In-flight Service, Beverages, and Meals

Dependant on the flight, and type of aircraft, SWISS offers a wide variety of food, beverage and entertainment options.

Economy class offers at least 7 channels of visual entertainment,16 audio channels and 10 games. Availability varies between aircraft. See SWISS’s Entertainment Page. All entertainment, and food is free on SWISS and a variety of menu choices are available for special dietary requirements. See SWISS’s Special Menus.

Business class offers personal TV screens with a variety of entertainment options including games, TV, movies and more. In addition, there are phones and laptop connectors on every seat. The menu choices are sophisticated, and special meals are available. Menus change from time to time, and specials are available on some routes. See SWISS’s Food and Beverages for more information.

First class offers personal TV screens with a variety of entertainment options including games, TV, movies and more. In addition, there are phones and laptop connectors on every seat. Extras such as toiletries are available free of charge. Food can be served whenever and however you like. Anything from a quick meal to a gourmet meal of up to seven courses are available. A wide variety of wine and beverages is also available.

SWISS Fleet

SWISS operates a fleet consisting mainly of Airbus airplanes. Their fleet consists of Airbus A340, Airbus A330, Airbus 321, Airbus A320, Airbus A319and Avro RJ100.

SWISS Lounges

SWISS Lounges are fully operational in Zurich, Basel and Geneva.

SWISS lounge access is available to First Class passengers traveling with SWISS, Lufthansa or Star Alliance airlines, SWISS business class passengers and members of HON Circle, Frequent Travelers, Star All Gold, and Miles and More Senators. Different areas or lounges are available to different groups. See SWISS Zurich lounges, SWISS Basel lounge or SWISS Geneva lounge for more information.