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SWISS is expanding its Airbus A350-900 operations and will introduce the new aircraft on its Zurich-Mumbai route from 15 December 2026. This will bring the new “SWISS Senses” long-haul travel experience to flights to India for the first time.

SWISS achieved an operating result of CHF 421.4 million for the first nine months of 2026, broadly in line with the prior-year period. Total nine-month operating income amounted to CHF 4.38 billion, up 5.3 percent on its prior-year level. Demand for …

Today at 1:34 p.m., SWISS flight LX140 departed Zurich for Bengaluru for the first time. With five weekly nonstop flights, we are connecting Switzerland with one of India's most dynamic technology and business hubs. The new route opens up exciting …

SWISS will once again operate significantly more flights with its own aircraft and crews in summer 2027. At the same time, the airline will reduce its reliance on aircraft and crews from other airlines, from 26 aircraft to around 18. Going forward, …

In view of the current situation and the volatile developments in the Middle East, SWISS has today decided, together with the Lufthansa Group, to postpone the planned resumption of its flights to Dubai (United Arab Emirates) until 25 November 2026. …

SWISS carried around 1.33 million passengers during the autumn holiday period from 25 September to 18 October 2026, operating a total of 10,154 flights. Operational stability remained high at 98.2 per cent, while departure punctuality improved by …

SWISS is expanding its summer 2027 schedule across Europe and Asia. By adding Toulouse in southern France to its network, the airline is introducing one of Europe's most important aerospace and innovation hubs as a new destination. SWISS will also …

SWISS has received a special recognition for the second consecutive year: At the 2026 World Travel Awards, its Business Class was once again named Europe’s best. The award recognizes the high-quality travel experience and personal service SWISS …

The A350 special edition of SWISS Magazine has won the Best of Corporate Print Award 2026. For SWISS, the accolade confirms a conscious decision: in an increasingly digital world, a high-quality print publication can make a particular impact. It …

As part of the Career Days at Zurich Airport, SWISS is offering insights into the wide range of careers it has to offer. Sitting in a cockpit, experiencing an aircraft up close or working on an engine: the world of aviation holds a special …

On 28 September 2026, SWISS will bring the new high-speed internet powered by Starlink on board. It will provide fast and reliable internet bandwith above the clouds. A SWISS Airbus A320neo will be the first aircraft to feature the new service.

SWISS took delivery of its third Airbus A350-900 in Zurich today. The factory-new A350 is named “Zug” and will operate services to Shanghai and Johannesburg in the future.

SWISS and the Swiss Museum of Transport are seeking to preserve a piece of Swiss aviation history together: once it reaches the end of its operational life, the last Airbus A340-300 in the SWISS fleet is to find a permanent home at the Swiss Museum …

SWISS is expanding its meal pre-selection service to SWISS Economy. Passengers on long-haul flights departing from Switzerland can now choose between a meat dish and a vegetarian dish from Hiltl before departure. Selections can be made between six …

Starting 2 September, SWISS will take off on its next culinary journey with a new edition of ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ featuring the Canton of Schaffhausen. Over the next three months, First and Business Class guests on long-haul flights …

Due to the weather conditions, we have so far had to cancel 27 flights to and from Zurich scheduled for today. This affects around 3,100 of our passengers, which we very much regret. Some of the flights we are operating today are experiencing …

SWISS will open new SWISS Business and Senator Lounges at Zurich Airport in the first quarter of 2027. Covering around 2,600 square meters, they will offer guests around 20 percent more space, additional areas for working and relaxing, and …

The cockpit crew of flight LX9 from Chicago to Zurich decided this morning to divert to Lajes Airport on the Azores island of Terceira. The reason was a pungent odor in the Economy Class cabin that could not initially be identified.

The 2026 summer holiday season brought both high travel demand and challenging operating conditions to Zurich Airport for SWISS and Zurich Airport Ltd. However, thanks to the close collaboration among airport partners, well-established processes, …

SWISS is adjusting its fleet at its Geneva base for summer 2027. The airline will replace two Airbus A220-300s with two Airbus A320neos. This will create additional seats on the high-demand Geneva–London Heathrow route.

SWISS achieved a higher operating result in the first quarter of 2026 than in the previous year. It amounted to CHF 30.0 million (Q1 2025: CHF 3.3 million). The airline’s financial performance was noticeably influenced by geopolitical …

We sent a technical team to Bangor to inspect the aircraft. Our specialists have already been able to determine the cause of the smoke: The investigations conducted so far show that a charging case for headphones slipped into a seat and became …

Employees of Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) have approved the new Collective Labor Agreement (CLA) for ground staff, which will enter into force on 1 January 2027. The new agreement improves employment conditions for employees while also …

As a long-standing partner of the Swiss Football Association, SWISS proudly supports the Swiss national team. Ahead of the quarter-final, the airline made that support visible in a unique way. On Saturday evening, a student pilot and his instructor …

After 36 years in various leadership positions within the Lufthansa Group, Heike Birlenbach will leave SWISS and conclude her career within the Group as planned at the end of September 2026. She will then pursue new professional opportunities …

During the summer season, SWISS expects an average of around 60,000 passengers per day on some 450 flights. The airline has prepared intensively for the busiest time of the year and aims to achieve flight operations that are as stable and punctual …

Dieter Vranckx has assumed the Chairmanship of the Board of Directors of SWISS. Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo and a former member of the SWISS Board of Directors, has been newly elected to the Board. Both bring many years of leadership …

Travelers on SWISS can now view in advance what culinary creations they’ll be offered in the air. Digital menus are now available on the SWISS app and at swiss.com for all classes of travel on all SWISS flights. Depending on their flight and class …

Starting today, SWISS is taking off into the Swiss summer with a new edition of ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ featuring the Canton of Nidwalden. Over the next three months, Michelin-starred chef Fabian Inderbitzin from Seerestaurant Belvédère in …

SWISS and the Swiss Football Association have been teamed up for ten years now. Both partners bring people together all over the world, and both are a byword for team spirit and unforgettable emotion. The Switzerland men’s soccer team will be aiming …