SWISS baggage allowance
SwitzerlandSWISS cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: 1 piece, 23 kg (51 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare · max total dimensions 158 cm (62 in) |
| Checked baggage - Premium Economy | 2 pieces · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 3 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 50 EUR (≈ 58 USD) | cheaper when added online in advance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
SWISS baggage allowance varies by cabin class and route distance. Review your specific fare rules before travel, as policies differ between Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class, and between European and intercontinental flights.
| Item | Limit | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin baggage (all classes) | 1 piece, max 8 kg, dimensions 55×40×23 cm | Yes |
| Personal item (all classes) | 1 piece, max dimensions 40×30×15 cm | Yes |
| Checked baggage – Economy (intercontinental) | 1 piece, max 23 kg | Yes |
| Checked baggage – Premium Economy (intercontinental) | 2 pieces, max 23 kg each | Yes |
| Checked baggage – Business (intercontinental) | 2 pieces, max 32 kg each | Yes |
| Checked baggage – First (intercontinental) | 3 pieces, max 32 kg each | Yes |
All checked baggage must not exceed 158 cm in total dimensions and 32 kg per piece. Excess baggage fees apply: within Europe €50 (CHF 57), short-haul intercontinental €100 (CHF 115 / USD 115), and long-haul €150 (CHF 173 / USD 173) per additional piece.