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Bringing Switzerland to the world with Swiss precision and hospitality.
Founded
2002
Headquarters
Basel, Switzerland
Alliance
Star Alliance
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is the flag carrier of Switzerland, operating scheduled services to destinations across Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The airline is headquartered in Basel and maintains its primary hub at Zurich Airport, offering a premium travel experience reflective of Swiss quality and craftsmanship.
SWISS was founded in 2002 following the collapse of Swissair, and was subsequently acquired by Lufthansa Group in 2005, becoming a fully integrated subsidiary. Despite its ownership structure, SWISS retains its distinct Swiss identity, brand, and operational independence.
The airline is known for its high service standards, including offering Swiss chocolate and locally sourced food and beverage products onboard. It is a member of Star Alliance and consistently ranks among Europe's leading premium carriers.
Hubs & network
SWISS primarily operates from Zurich Airport (ZRH), with a secondary hub at Geneva Airport (GVA).
Fleet
SWISS operates a fleet that includes Airbus A220, Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, and Boeing 777 aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›SWISS was established in March 2002 after the bankruptcy of Swissair in 2001.
- ›Lufthansa Group acquired a majority stake in SWISS in 2005, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.
- ›The airline is famous for offering Lindt chocolate to passengers onboard.
- ›SWISS operates to over 100 destinations in more than 50 countries worldwide.
- ›The Airbus A220 (formerly Bombardier C Series) was launched commercially by SWISS in 2016.
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SWISS International Air Lines
SWISS International Air Lines is Switzerland's flag carrier, operating intercontinental and European routes from Zurich and Geneva. A Lufthansa Group member since 2005, SWISS is known for its precision, hospitality and iconic red-and-white livery.
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Route network map (288 legs)
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Route network
AGP → GVA320 AR1
BCN → BSLAR1
BCN → ZRH321 320
BOS → ZRH333
BSL → FCOAR1
BSL → FRACR7
BSL → HAMAR1
CTA → ZRH320
DOH → BAH333
DUS → ZRH320 AR1 100 321
FCO → GVA319 320
FNC → ZRH320
FRA → DOH333
FRA → GVACR7 735 E90
GVA → CAI738
GVA → FCO319 320
GVA → IAD763
GVA → OLB320
GVA → RAK320
HER → GVA320
HKG → ZRH343
IAD → ZRH763 764
IST → ZRH320 32A
LAS → ZRH333
LCA → ZRH320
LCY → BSLAR1
LCY → ZRHAR1
LIS → ZRH32A 320
LYS → ZRHAR1
MAN → ZRH100 320 AR1
MIA → ZRH333
MUC → ZRHAR1
NCE → GVA320 319 AR1
OTP → ZRH320
PRG → GVA320 319
PRN → ZRH320
SIN → ZRH343
SPU → ZRHDH4
TFS → ZRH320
TLV → GVA738
VLC → ZRH321 320
YYZ → ZRH333
ZRH → AGP321 320
ZRH → BHX100 AR1
ZRH → BKK343
ZRH → BUDAR1 100 320 319
ZRH → DEL333
ZRH → DXB333
ZRH → FLRAR1
ZRH → FUE320
ZRH → HAJAR1 100 320
ZRH → HER320 333
ZRH → KBP320 32A 100 319
ARN → ZRH320 321
BEG → GVA320
BKK → ZRH343
BRU → BSL319 AR1
BRU → NSI332
BSL → BCNAR1
BUD → ZRHAR1 100 320 319
CAI → GVA738
CAI → ZRH333 343
DBV → ZRHDH4
DEL → ZRH333
DME → ZRH321 320
DOH → FRA333
DXB → ZRH333
EWR → GVA763
FUE → ZRH320
GVA → ARN320 319
GVA → BRU319 320 AR1
GVA → CPH319 320
GVA → CTA320
GVA → DME319 320
GVA → EWR763
GVA → LED319
GVA → PMI320
GVA → ZRHAR1 320 319 321 32A
HAJ → ZRH100 AR1 320
HRG → ZRH320
Fleet (aircraft types operated)
Airbus A320142 routesAvro RJ10066 routesAirbus A31962 routesAirbus A330-30052 routesAirbus A32134 routesFokker 10022 routesAirbus A340-30022 routes32A22 routesDe Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q8 routesCanadair Regional Jet 7006 routesBoeing 767-3006 routesAirbus A330-2006 routesCanadair Regional Jet 9006 routesBoeing 737-8004 routes
Encyclopaedia
Swiss International Air Lines AG, stylised as SWISS, is the flag carrier of Switzerland and a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, as well as a Star Alliance member. It operates scheduled services in Europe and to North America, South America, Africa and Asia. Zurich Airport serves as its main hub, and Geneva Airport as its secondary hub.
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WABI· 7/27/2026
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AirGuide Business· 9/28/2026
SWISS Starlink Wi-Fi Launches With High-Speed Internet Across the Airline’s Fleet
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WMTW· 7/30/2026
Officials reveal cause of smoke that diverted Swiss flight to Maine
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LiveNOW from FOX· 7/31/2026
New York-bound Swiss flight diverted after headphone charging case fills cabin with smoke
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About on Wikipedia
Swiss International Air Lines
National airline of Switzerland
Swiss International Air Lines AG, stylised as SWISS, is the flag carrier of Switzerland and a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, as well as a Star Alliance member. It operates scheduled services in Europe and to North America, South America, Africa and Asia. Zurich Airport serves as its main hub…
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