Swiss

Q: What are SWISS's airline codes?

SWISS's IATA code is LX , its ICAO code is SWR , and its callsign is SWISS .

LX SWR

Swiss is the national airline of Switzerland, part of the Lufthansa Group and a Star Alliance member, with its hub in Zurich. This guide covers its hubs, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Miles & More and airport transportation.

92
Aircraft: 112
Destinations: ZRH, GVA
Hubs: Star Alliance
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About Swiss

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with SWISS before travel.

Official name: Swiss International Air Lines Ltd.
Callsign: SWISS
Country: Switzerland
Founded: 2002
Parent company: Lufthansa Group
Head office: Kloten (Zurich), Switzerland
Alliance: Star Alliance (member since 2006)
Frequent-flyer program: Miles & More
Official website: swiss.com

Swiss, officially Swiss International Air Lines and branded SWISS, is the national airline of Switzerland. It began flying on 31 March 2002, after Swissair stopped flying, and was built on Crossair, Swissair's former regional subsidiary. It is a separate company from Swissair. SWISS is headquartered in Kloten, next to Zurich Airport, is part of the Lufthansa Group and has been a Star Alliance member since 2006.

Its hub is Zurich Airport, and it also flies from Geneva. In summer 2026 its timetable covered 112 destinations, with flights across Europe and long-haul routes to North and South America, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Edelweiss, its sister leisure airline, flies holiday routes from Zurich.

The fleet of about 92 aircraft combines Airbus A220 and A320-family jets for Europe with Airbus A330, A340, A350 and Boeing 777 widebodies for long-haul flights.

Network

Where Swiss flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season. Some flights sold with an LX flight number are operated by Edelweiss, Helvetic Airways or other partners; check the "operated by" line when you book.

Europe

Flights from Zurich and Geneva to capitals and large cities across Europe, plus seasonal routes to Mediterranean leisure airports.

North America

Flights from Zurich to cities including New York, Newark, Boston, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, Montreal and Toronto, and from Geneva to New York JFK.

South America and Africa

Flights from Zurich to São Paulo, Johannesburg and Cairo.

Asia and the Middle East

Flights from Zurich to cities including Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Delhi, Mumbai and Tel Aviv, with Bengaluru from the 2026/27 winter timetable.

Aircraft

Swiss fleet

The figure of about 92 aircraft is the SWISS-owned fleet reported by the airline as of March 2026. More regional flights are operated for SWISS by Helvetic Airways and other partners. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Boeing 777-300ER

The largest aircraft in the fleet, used on long-haul routes and the only type with a First cabin.

Airbus A350-900, A330-300 and A340-300

Long-haul widebodies. The A350 is new to the fleet and is replacing the A340.

Airbus A320 family

The A320, A320neo, A321 and A321neo fly European routes.

Airbus A220

The A220-100 and A220-300 fly shorter European routes from Zurich and Geneva.

On board

Swiss cabin classes

Cabins depend on the aircraft and route. Check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.

First

On the Boeing 777-300ER only, a small cabin at the front of the aircraft on selected long-haul routes.

Business

On long-haul aircraft, lie-flat seats. On European flights, a separate forward cabin with priority services.

Premium Economy

On long-haul aircraft, a separate cabin with wider seats and more legroom than Economy.

Economy

The standard cabin. On European flights it is sold as Basic, Light, Comfort and Flex fares, with different baggage and change conditions.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

SWISS baggage allowances depend on the fare, cabin, route and Miles & More or Star Alliance status.

Carry-on

Every passenger can bring a personal item of up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Most fares add one carry-on bag of up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and 8 kg, and Business and First allow two. Economy Basic fares in Europe include the personal item only.

Checked baggage

On long-haul routes the usual allowance is one 23 kg bag in Economy, two 23 kg bags in Premium Economy, two 32 kg bags in Business and three 32 kg bags in First. Light fares include fewer or no bags. In Europe, Basic and Light fares include no checked bag.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official SWISS baggage page before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in on swiss.com or the SWISS app opens about a day before departure, and automatic check-in can send a mobile boarding pass 16 to 20 hours before departure. Airport desk times vary by airport and flight length.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, airport and terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination and any transit point.
3 Check in
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on flights outside the Schengen area, passport control.

Lounges

SWISS operates First, Senator and Business lounges in Zurich, in the A, D and E gate areas, plus an Alpine Lounge and an Arrival Lounge. Geneva has a SWISS Business, Senator and First lounge. Access depends on cabin, Miles & More or Star Alliance status, and the itinerary, so check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

Miles & More is the loyalty program of SWISS and the other Lufthansa Group airlines. Members earn miles on SWISS, Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance flights and with program partners and co-branded cards, and redeem them for award flights, upgrades and other rewards. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use SWISS's official services:

SWISS website

swiss.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

SWISS app

Available for iOS and Android, with mobile boarding passes and flight notifications

Where you land

Swiss airports

SWISS's long-haul flights leave mainly from Zurich; Geneva has European routes and a flight to New York. Check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Zürich Airport Hub

ZRH · Zurich

The SWISS hub and the base for almost all of its long-haul flights. Check-in is at Check-in 1 and Check-in 3, and flights use the A, B/D and E gate areas.