Swiss International Air Lines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

LX / SWR · Switzerland

Purchase additional checked baggage online or at check-in. Prices vary by route zone, travel class, and whether purchased online or at check-in. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Swiss International Air Lines Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Piece-based allowance; varies by fare and whether flight is within Europe or intercontinental. Light/Basic fares include no free checked baggage. Max size 158 cm (W+H+D) per piece, rejected if >292 cm or >32 kg.

LabelAmountNotes
Within Europe — Economy BasicNo free checked baggage
  • Verbatim from checked baggage page Europe tab: 'The fare does not include any checked baggage. Book additional baggage now for a fee.'
  • Applies to short- and medium-haul European routes as defined in tab 'Europe'.
Within Europe — Economy LightNo free checked baggage
  • Same Europe tab wording as Economy Basic: 'The fare does not include any checked baggage.'
  • No checked baggage entitlement even for status customers on Economy Basic fare on short/medium-haul (status exception footnote).
Within Europe — Economy Comfort, Comfort Green and Flex1 × 23 kg
  • Verbatim from Europe tab: '1 x max. 23 kg Total weight max. 23 kg' under Economy Comfort, Comfort Green and Flex.
  • Max dimensions 158 cm (width + height + depth) per piece; larger/heavier or additional pieces carried as excess baggage (flat rates via baggage calculator).
Intercontinental — Economy LightNo free checked baggage
  • Verbatim note on Intercontinental tab: 'Please note: no baggage is included in the Economy Light fare.'
  • HON Circle Members, Senators and Star Alliance Gold on intercontinental routes can take one piece free on Economy Light fare at check-in counter only* (exception does not apply to flights to/from Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria).
Intercontinental — Economy Class1 × 23 kg
  • Verbatim from Intercontinental tab under SWISS Economy: '1 x max. 23 kg Total weight max. 23 kg'.
  • Max size 158 cm (W+H+D) per piece; also described as Economy Comfort / Comfort Green / Flex / Comfort Plus variants depending on locale.
  • Infants in all fare classes except Light fares are entitled to one item of baggage weighing max. 23 kg; small children entitled to a fully foldable travel pram/pushchair in addition.
Intercontinental deviating — From the USA/Canada to South Africa1 × 23 kg
  • Deviating rules tab: 'From the USA/Canada to South Africa — 1 x 23 kg' (Economy). Higher allowance than standard Economy on this leg.
Intercontinental deviating — From USA/Canada to East, West and Central Africa (excl. Mauritius)2 × 23 kg
  • Deviating rules tab: 'From USA/Canada to East, West and Central Africa (excluding Mauritius) — 2 x 23 kg'.
Intercontinental deviating — Between USA/Canada/Mexico and Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen2 × 23 kg
  • Deviating rules tab lists this leg as 2 x 23 kg in Economy.
Intercontinental deviating — From or to Japan2 × 23 kg
  • Deviating rules tab: 'From or to Japan — 1 x 23 kg (in Economy Comfort fare, otherwise 2 x 23 kg)'. Base allowance is 2 x 23 kg; Comfort fare reduced to 1 x 23 kg.
  • Amount recorded as 2 x 23 kg for standard case; see note for Comfort exception.
Intercontinental deviating — From India to Canada2 × 23 kg
  • Deviating rules tab: 'From India to Canada — 2 x 23 kg (in Economy Comfort Plus, Comfort Green and Flex fares)'.
Intercontinental deviating — From Canada to India2 × 23 kg
  • Deviating rules tab: 'From Canada to India — 2 x 23 kg (in Economy Comfort Plus and Flex fares)'.

Carry-on baggage

1 personal item always; 1 cabin bag up to 8 kg except Economy Basic within Europe (personal item only). Personal item max 40×30×15 cm, cabin bag max 55×40×23 cm.

LabelAmountNotes
Short/medium-haul — Economy Basic1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm)
  • Verbatim from hand baggage page Short- and medium-haul section under Economy Basic: '1 personal item max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm'; no cabin bag included for this fare.
  • Miles & More HON Circle, Senator and Star Alliance Gold travelling on Economy Basic short/medium-haul may bring one carry-on bag (max. 55×40×23 cm, up to 8 kg) in addition to personal item as status exception.
  • Personal item must be stored under seat in front.
Short/medium-haul — Economy Light, Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm) + 1 × 8 kg (max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm)
  • Verbatim from hand baggage page Short- and medium-haul section: '1 personal item max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm' plus '1 item of carry-on baggage max. 8 kg max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm' for Economy Light, Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex.
  • Large cabin bag stowed in overhead bin above seat; personal item under seat.
Long-haul — Economy1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm) + 1 × 8 kg (max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm)
  • Verbatim from hand baggage page Long-haul section under Economy: '1 personal item max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm' plus '1 item of carry-on baggage max. 8 kg max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm'. Same allowance for Economy Light (with no free checked bag) and Economy Class on long-haul.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Swiss International Air Lines

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to swiss.com and click 'My bookings'.
  2. Enter your booking code and last name, or log in with your Travel ID (Lufthansa Group credentials).
  3. Select your booking from the list.
  4. Choose 'Add baggage' or 'Optional baggage' option.
  5. Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.

Prices

Prices vary by route zone. Online purchase is cheaper than at check-in. Overweight and oversized surcharges apply on top of the base extra bag fee.

LabelAmountNotes
Within SwitzerlandCHF 65 / EUR 55 / USD 70
  • Economy online price. At check-in: CHF 80 / EUR 70 / USD 85.
  • Overweight or oversized: CHF 125 / EUR 110 / USD 130. Both: CHF 170 / EUR 150 / USD 175.
EuropeCHF 75 / EUR 65 / USD 80
  • Economy online price. At check-in: CHF 100 / EUR 90 / USD 105.
  • Overweight or oversized: CHF 150 / EUR 130 / USD 155. Both: CHF 205 / EUR 180 / USD 210.
Levant & North AfricaCHF 90 / EUR 80 / USD 95
  • Economy online price. At check-in: CHF 125 / EUR 110 / USD 130.
  • Overweight or oversized: CHF 200 / EUR 175 / USD 205. Both: CHF 285 / EUR 250 / USD 290.
Short-haul intercontinentalCHF 140 / EUR 120 / USD 145
  • Economy online price. At check-in: CHF 180 / EUR 160 / USD 185.
  • Overweight or oversized: CHF 285 / EUR 250 / USD 290. Both: CHF 400 / EUR 350 / USD 405.
Medium-haul intercontinentalCHF 185 / EUR 160 / USD 190
  • Economy online price. At check-in: CHF 240 / EUR 210 / USD 245.
  • Overweight or oversized: CHF 370 / EUR 320 / USD 375. Both: CHF 505 / EUR 440 / USD 510.
Long-haul intercontinentalCHF 230 / EUR 200 / USD 235
  • Economy online price. At check-in: CHF 295 / EUR 260 / USD 300.
  • Overweight or oversized: CHF 460 / EUR 400 / USD 465. Both: CHF 635 / EUR 550 / USD 640.
Economy Light first bagCHF 60-100 / EUR 55-90 / USD 70-100 / CAD 100-110
  • Price varies by route zone. Economy Light fares do not include a free checked bag.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. You can buy extra baggage online via My Bookings, the SWISS app, or during online check-in, at a lower price than at the airport.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Buy it online at swiss.com via My Bookings, in the SWISS app, during online check-in, or at the airport check-in desk.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online vs at the airport?

Yes. Online purchase is cheaper than at the check-in desk. For example, an Economy extra bag within Europe costs CHF 75 online vs CHF 100 at check-in.

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the limits?

Pre-registration required for more than 4 bags per reservation. Maximum weight 23 kg (Economy) or 32 kg (Business/First). Bags over 32 kg must be sent as freight via Swiss WorldCargo. Maximum dimensions 158 cm total.

How does SWISS calculate extra baggage charges?

SWISS uses zone-based pricing with six route zones from Within Switzerland (lowest) to Long-haul intercontinental (highest). Economy online purchase is cheapest. Overweight and oversized surcharges apply on top of the base fee.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Bags 24-32 kg within free allowance: CHF 120/EUR 100/USD 150 per leg. Bags over 158 cm: CHF 240/EUR 200/USD 300 per leg. Combined overweight + oversized: CHF 360/EUR 300/USD 450 per leg. For extra bags, zone-based overweight surcharges apply instead.

Do partner-airline or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

Yes. For codeshare or interline flights operated by partner airlines, contact the operating airline for baggage fees.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Buy extra baggage online via My Bookings, the SWISS app, or during online check-in — online purchase is available until check-in closes and is cheaper than at the airport.

Are there any important exceptions?

Private individuals cannot send freight from the USA. Economy Light fares do not include a free checked bag; the first bag must be purchased separately.

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