Swiss Airlines operates out of the Zurich airport and Geneva, Switzerland. These hub cities provide access to a world of destinations, including Hong Kong, New York’s JFK, Los Angeles’ LAX, and Dubai. Zurich’s ZRH provides the most extensive lounge access, but partners within the Star Alliance, like Air Canada and Turkish Airlines, also offer lounge access.
Powering the long-haul flights is a fleet of Airbus A330-300 and A340-300. Joining the Airbuses is the Boeing 777-300ER, which is the flagship aircraft. Inside, passengers can book flights in one of four main cabins. These cabins include economy, economy plus, business class, and first-class.
Flying from ZRH in Zurich allows passengers access to priority check-in and special security lines. Frequent flyers benefit from the flexible points, but luxury skyrockets once you board the business class cabin. Delicate materials like wood paneling and leather upholstery greet passengers along with a premium glass of champagne.
Business Class cabins are the second-highest tier of seats on Swiss flights. Booking a flight through the airline will run you a pretty penny, but there are ways to save, including using a service like Ticket Business Class.
Not all business class seats on Swiss Airlines are created equal. Throne seats provide more room, cost more, and elite flyers get the first crack at them. Thanks to an empty neighboring seat on flights within Europe, there’s extra space, so privacy is never an issue. Affording a flight is even easier with some excellent perks and discounts.
Swiss Airlines is part of Star Alliance and a partner with Lufthansa, which provides frequent flyers discounts and perks with the Miles & More program. Travelers can use miles for flights, amenities, meals, and even lounge access. A credit card is also available for extra points earning opportunities.
Swiss is all about efficiency, and it starts with the check-in process. Business class passengers can check in up to 23 hours before flying with options to print baggage tags at home or use a new digital system. Once at the airport, the bag drop is speedy, security is expedited, and it’s straight to the exquisite lounges before take-off.
Traveling with children is a breeze with Swiss Airlines. Children less than 2 years old fly at 10% of the standard rate, and children 2 to 11 fly at a heavily discounted child rate. Strollers are allowed but get checked, and car seats are allowed in the cabin.
You can select meals for your little one up to 24 hours in advance to make things even easier! Children also receive toys and puzzles for entertainment. They can also enjoy a vast library of movies, games, and music catered to their age group.