SWISS Baggage Allowance

SWISS allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 55 × 40 × 23 cm (approximately 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 inches). The maximum weight for a SWISS carry-on is 8 kg (18 lb). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with SWISS before your trip, as policies can change.

Yes, SWISS includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 55 × 40 × 23 cm. The weight limit is 8 kg (18 lb).

If your carry-on exceeds SWISS's size limits of 55 × 40 × 23 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. SWISS may charge a fee: Starting from $60 USD per bag for first excess item, $115 for overweight or oversized items. Based on passenger reports: generally moderate at check-in, stricter at gate during peak times

On SWISS flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. SWISS requires personal items to be no larger than 40 × 30 × 10 cm. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.

SWISS allows personal items up to 40 × 30 × 10 cm (approximately 15.7 × 11.8 × 3.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets SWISS's requirements.

Checked bags on SWISS are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. Note that Economy Light and Economy Light fares may not include this allowance. Additional bag fees on SWISS: Starting from $60 USD per bag for first excess item, $115 for overweight or oversized items.

Contact SWISS for specific checked bag size limits, as exact dimensions may vary by route and fare class. Note that Economy Light and Economy Light fares may not include this allowance.

The carry-on weight limit on SWISS is 8 kg (18 lb). Your carry-on must also fit within 55 × 40 × 23 cm. SWISS may weigh your carry-on at the gate, so pack accordingly. Based on passenger reports: generally moderate at check-in, stricter at gate during peak times

Yes, SWISS charges for checked baggage. Checked bags are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. SWISS baggage fees: Starting from $60 USD per bag for first excess item, $115 for overweight or oversized items Note that Economy Light and Economy Light fares may not include this allowance.

To avoid extra baggage fees on SWISS: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (55 × 40 × 23 cm); maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your SWISS fare (Starting from $90 USD to add a second checked bag up to 23kg). Planning ahead with SWISS can save you significant fees at the airport.