Switzerland's national airline is called SWISS International Airlines or SWISS in short. Serving over 43 countries and nearly 100 destinations, this airline covers a huge area across the globe. Each year, the airline's aircraft fleet carries over 16 million passengers to different destinations. True to its roots, the airline is known for providing quality service to its passengers. Furthermore, it is also known for maintaining its sustainability while providing quality air services to its customers.

With its headquarters in Zurich Airport, the company has around 10,000 employees under its wings. It was founded in 2002 and decades later has emerged as a market leader. Here are some of the essential aspects related to the airlines that you should know about.

About the fleet

There are mainly three types of aircraft that are operated by the airlines. They're Airbus short-haul fleet, Airbus long-haul fleet, and Boeing

Airbus short-haul fleet

This is an aircraft model that the airline uses mainly for its short or medium-haul flights. They are supplied to the company by the European manufacturer Airbus.

Airbus short-haul fleet

This type of airbus is refurbished to provide a premium flying experience along with safety to the passengers onboard for a long haul.

Boeing

Not only used for the long haul, but this aircraft type is also a flagship of the fleet operated by SWISS.

Destinations

The airlines have flights to different corners of the world. While in some countries, the flight route is restricted to one place, for other nations the number may go up to three to four destinations. Here is a quick list of some of the places where SWISS International Airlines offers its services.

While flights on some routes are operated regularly or daily, a few are operational only during certain seasons.

Codesharing agreements

Common in the aviation industry, this is a type of agreement that involves two or more airlines. It is done by the airlines to offer customers numerous flight options without incurring additional costs for resources or equipment. Furthermore, the customers also get an option to choose from multiple flights, an option for easy booking and proper luggage handling. Like other airlines, SWISS too has codesharing agreements with some of the well-known airlines across the world.

Most preferred flight routes

It is no secret that when it comes to travelling, people often prefer one destination more than the others. Hence, here are some of the most popular travel destinations that people visit with SWISS flights. Furthermore, customers can often find interesting offers for flights operating on these routes.

Though these are some of the popular destinations, that doesn't mean that people don't opt for the other travel routes offered by the airlines.

Onboard services

SWISS, just like every other airline, too provides a wide range of services to the passengers on board their flights. Here are some of the services by the airlines.

Food and beverages

There is an option for in-flight catering depending on the duration of travel. Also, there is a feature under which travellers can pre-book special food menus.

Entertainment

The airlines especially take care of passengers on long-haul flights by providing individual screens and headphones. Besides offering a selected range of movies and music, the airlines also have in-flight magazines and e-journals for people to enjoy. On some flights, passengers can also enjoy the internet on board.

Duty-free shopping

It is another exciting feature of the airlines. You can pre-book items to get them directly delivered during your travel.

Other than these, there are certain safety aspects that passengers need to follow while flying with SWISS. For instance, cigarettes, including e-cigarettes, are strictly prohibited. Also, items or devices that can modify or restrict the functionality of the aircraft are prohibited onboard.

Travel Classes

SWISS Economy

Under this travel class, the services are divided depending on the place of travel. The two categories are Europe and the Intercontinental. Though both categories offer travellers the best options, the nitty-gritty of the services they provide differs a little bit.

Europe: Here is a quick look at the services provided while travelling in the country:

Intercontinental: Take a look at the services provided under this category

SWISS Premium Economy

This travel class is relatively newer than the others but has amazing benefits that travellers can enjoy. This class promises more privacy and also better comfort when compared to SWISS Economy. Take a look at some of the features of this travel class:

SWISS Business

Just like SWISS Economy, this travel class is also divided into two categories. One of them is for the passengers travelling within Europe and the other is for Intercontinental travel.

Europe: What are the services to expect when you select this category? Have a look:

Intercontinental: What are the advantages of Intercontinental travel with SWISS? Take a look:

SWISS First

This is the finest travel class that SWISS has to offer. The first class travellers not only enjoy redefined ambience but also get personalised services. Furthermore, they can browse the first-class products on board. Here are some of the features that make the first-class journey with this airline a trip worth remembering.

These are the four classes that SWISS offers to its passengers.

Travelling with children

Here is a quick look at some of the important aspects to remember while travelling with your kids.

Also, an adult can travel with two kids if a seat is booked for one or both of them.

Points to note about check-in

Here are some of the points related to check-in that you need to remember while travelling with SWISS

Here you need to remember that the required time to enter the airport for your flight differs from one country to another. Hence, you have to abide by the rule of that country from where you are boarding your flight.

Most popular destinations

SWISS has certain destinations which are preferred by travellers more than the others. Here is a quick look at some of the popular destinations.

Be it for business trips or to explore the beauty of a foreign land, travellers love including these destinations while travelling with SWISS.

Lounge services at the airport

While waiting for your flight at the airport, the passengers can avail the lounge services provided by SWISS. Divided into three categories, here are the points on how you can avail of different services.

Worldwide lounges

As a premium guest of SWISS, you have the option to select airport lounges at major airports all across the world.

The services you can receive will be as per the rules set by the international airports:

SWISS Lounges Geneva:

Located at Geneva Airport, three lounges are designed to provide maximum comfort to the passengers.

SWISS First Lounge:

With separate reserved areas for VIPs, this lounge also has a dedicated team that escorts the passengers to the aircraft. It also has a special buffet service.

SWISS Senator Lounge:

Located right next to the gates, this lounge has a special menu for the passengers.

SWISS Business Lounge:

This is the perfect place to catch some rest when you are between check-in and boarding. You can also enjoy delicious meals.

SWISS Lounges Zurich

Multiple lounges are strategically placed around this airport. Let's take a quick look:

SWISS First Lounge E:

Designed to offer pure luxury to travellers, this place has hotel rooms, suites, restaurants and a champagne bar. The 5-star chefs also prepare a la carte meals at the restaurants. The lounge also has a wine humidor. There are also sub-categories like the Lounges Geneva under this lounge. Their services differ slightly for each. They’re Senator Lounge E and SWISS Business Lounge E.

SWISS First Lounge A:

It is another option that the passengers can explore. With a relaxed environment, passengers travelling by a few select classes can also use private security lanes. There are certain categories under this lounge type - they’re SWISS Business Lounge A, SWISS Senator Lounge A, and SWISS Alpine Lounge.

SWISS Arrival Lounge:

This lounge welcomes SWISS First and SWISS Business passengers from incoming long-haul flights. Here the guests can access showers, bathrooms, and business rooms. However, it is operational daily from morning 6 am to afternoon 1 pm. There is an option for a delicious buffet too.