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Carry-On Allowance:

All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you and adhere to the following requirements:

  • Baggage Allowance for Economy Class passengers: 1 bag
  • Baggage Allowance for First/Business Class passengers: 2 bags
  • Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on Luggage: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm (length x width x height)
  • Maximum Weight of Carry-on Luggage: 18 lb/8 kg

REMINDER: Bulkhead seats do not have underseat storage during take-off and landing.
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Checked Baggage Allowance

Passengers traveling to to/from the U.S.:

  • Baggage Allowance: 2 pieces
  • Maximum Weight for Economy Class passengers: 50 lb/23 kg per bag
  • Maximum Weight for Business/First Class passengers: 70 lb/32 kg per bag
  • Maximum Dimensions for Economy Class passengers: 62 linear inches/158 cm (length + width + height) for the first piece, but no more than 106 inches/273 cm for the two combined
  • Maximum Dimensions for Business/First Class passengers: 62 linear inches/158 cm (length + width + height) per piece or 124 inches/316 cm combined
  • *SWISS Club Members are allowed extra free allowance; contact SWISS for more information.

Passengers traveling in to/from Europe and some intercontinental destinations

  • Maximum Total Dimensions: 80 linear inches/203 cm (length + width + height)
  • Maximum Weight for Economy ClassPassengers: 44 lb/20 kg total
  • Maximum Weight for Business Class Passengers: 66 lb/30 kg total
  • Maximum Weight for First Class Passengers: 88 lb/40 kg total
  • *SWISS Club Members are allowed extra free allowance; contact SWISS for more information.

Excess, Overweight, Oversize Baggage Fees

If you have more bags than the permitted allowance or your bags exceed the weight or linear restrictions, you will be charged additional fees. Contact Swiss Airlines directly for more information.

Sports Equipment

Some checked items, such as surfboards and bicycles will be charged a fixed handling fee because of size, fragility, or other handling requirements. Contact Swiss Airlines directly for more information.

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