Edelweiss Air is a Swiss airline flying to destinations both within Europe as well as Intercontinental routes.
In this day and age of low-cost airlines, we appreciate that Edelweiss Air still includes a free checked bag for all Economy Class passengers, as well as a standard carry-on allowance.
If heading out on an adventure, Edelweiss is one of the best airlines for flying with sports equipment, as they will take your bike, golf bag, or surfboard for free in addition to your free checked baggage allowance. Be sure to check the details below.
Carry-On Allowance | 7 / 10 |
Checked Bag Allowance | 8 / 10 |
Excess Baggage Fees | 6 / 10 |
Overall Grade | 7.0 / 10 |
Hand baggage may weigh no more than 8 kg and must not exceed the dimensions 55 cm x 40 cm x 23 cm.
If you are travelling in Economy Class, you are allowed to bring 1 piece of hand baggage. Dimensions should not exceed 55 x 40 x 23 centimeters (cm), with a max weight of 8 kilograms (kg).
If you are travelling in Business Class, you are allowed to bring 2 piece of hand baggage. Each item should not exceed the dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23 centimeters (cm), and should not weigh more than 8 kilograms (kg).
In addition to the standard hand baggage, the following items are allowed to be brought on board if necessary by each passenger (except infants):
1 coat or blanket
1 umbrella or walking stick
1 ladies' handbag
1 small camera or 1 set of binoculars
Reading for the journey
Pets
The following pets are allowed in the cabin: Dogs and cats with a maximum weight, incl. box, of 8 kgs. Animals must be transported in a water-tight soft box bag (max size 55 x 40 x 24 cm, with sufficient air supply (see example pictures), whereby the box, with the animal in it must remain stored under the seat during the entire journey. A reservation at your agency is necessary.
The pet is weighed together with the container and your baggage at check-in; excess baggage is charged at the regular excess baggage rate.
TSA - (USA): TSA Carry-On Regulations and TSA 3-1-1 Carry-On Liquids Rules
CATSA - (Canada): CATSA Carry-On Prohibited Items and CATSA Carry-On Liquids and Gel Restrictions
E-Cigarettes / Vape: TSA Rules for Flying with Electronic Cigarettes and Vape Pens 2023
Guns / Firearms: How to Fly with a Gun - TSA Rules 2023
Bluetooth Headphones: Using Bluetooth Headphones on an Airplane
If you are travelling in Edelweiss Economy Class or Economy Max, you are allowed to bring 1 piece of baggage, and it should weigh more than 23 kg / 50 lbs.
If you are travelling in Business Class, you are allowed to bring 2 pieces of baggage, and each piece should weigh more than 32 kg / 70 lbs.
Exception: To/From Sri Lanka and Vietnam
If flying Edelweiss Air to/from Sri Lanka or Vietnam, special checked baggage rules apply. Economy and Economy Max passengers may bring 2 x 23 kg pieces of checked baggage free of charge.
Baggage Allowance for Infants 0-2 Years Old:
Business Class/Economy Class/Economy Max: 1 bag weighing up to 23 Kg + a car seat/stroller/buggy.
Baggage Allowance for Children 2-12 Years Old:
Business Class: 2 bags weighing up to 32 Kg each + a car seat/stroller/buggy.
Economy Class/Economy Max: 1 bag weighing up to 23 Kg + a car seat/stroller/buggy.
Baggage Allowance for Children 2-12 Years Old Traveling to/from Sri Lanka/Vietnam:
Business Class: 2 bags weighing up to 32 Kg each + a car seat/stroller/buggy.
Economy Class/Economy Max: 2 bags weighing up to 23 Kg each + a car seat/stroller/buggy.
Maximum Luggage Size Dimensions on Edelweiss Air
Maximum dimension (height + width + depth) of 158 cm per piece apply to all luggage on Edelweiss Air.
Linear Dimensions: What are Linear Dimensions?
Piece vs Weight: What is Piece Concept vs Weight Concept
Packing List: Travel Packing Checklist 2023
Marijuana / Cannabis: Rules for Flying with Marijuana / Cannabis in 2023
Delayed/Cancelled Flights: How to Claim Compensation for Flight Delays
Guns / Firearms: How to Fly with a Gun - TSA Rules 2023
Overweight and Oversize Bag Fees
Overweight Bags - Short and Medium-Haul Flights - CHF 60.-
Overweight Bags - Long-Haul Flights - CHF 120.-
Oversize Bags - Short and Medium-Haul Flights - CHF 120.-
Oversize Bags - Long-Haul Flights - CHF 240.-
Overweight and Oversize - Short and Medium-Haul Flights - CHF 180.-
Overweight and Oversize - Long-Haul Flights - CHF 360.-
Extra Bag Fees - Short and medium-haul flights:
Standard size: up to 158 cm in circumference, up to 23 kg weight: CHF 90.-
Larger size: over 158 cm in circumference, up to 23 kg weight: CHF 210.-
Standard size: up to 158 cm in circumference, 24-32 kg weight: CHF 150.-
Larger size: over 158 cm in circumference, 24-32 kg weight: CHF 270.-
Extra Bag Fees - Long-haul flights:
Standard size: up to 158 cm in circumference, up to 23 kg weight: CHF 180.-
Larger size: over 158 cm in circumference, up to 23 kg weight: CHF 420.-
Standard size: up to 158 cm in circumference, 24-32 kg weight: CHF 300.-
Larger size: over 158 cm in circumference, 24-32 kg weight: CHF 540.-
Discounted 2nd Bag Fees - to/from USA, Canada, and South Africa:
Edelweiss Air allows you to book a 2nd bag at a discounted rate on some routes. This is available on flights to/from Canada, the USA, and South Africa. To qualify for the discounted 2nd bag rate, you must purchase it at least 4 days before your flight departs. This rate only applies to the 2nd checked bag - additional bags will continue to be charged at the standard Extra Bag rates.
Discounted 2nd Bag Rate - CHF 100.- per leg.