Swiss baggage allowance from Geneva.
Cabin 55x40x23 / 8 kg standard. Hold by fare class (Light / Classic / Flex / Business / First). Status bonus for Senator and HON. Full table for LX from GVA, 2026.
Swiss carry-on at GVA
| Fare class | Cabin pieces | Size | Weight | Personal item |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Light | 1 personal item only | 40 × 30 × 10 cm | — | Same piece counts as personal item |
| Economy Classic / Flex | 1 cabin + 1 personal | 55 × 40 × 23 cm | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 10 cm |
| Business | 2 cabin + 1 personal | 55 × 40 × 23 cm each | 8 kg each | 40 × 30 × 10 cm |
| First | 2 cabin + 1 personal | 55 × 40 × 23 cm each | 8 kg each | 40 × 30 × 10 cm |
Checked bag by fare
| Fare class | Pieces included | Weight per piece | Extra bag (booked online) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Light | 0 | — | CHF 35 (1st bag) |
| Economy Classic | 1 | 23 kg | CHF 70 (2nd bag) |
| Economy Flex | 1 | 23 kg | CHF 70 (2nd bag) |
| Business intra-Europe | 2 | 32 kg | CHF 100 (3rd bag) |
| Business intercontinental | 2 | 32 kg | CHF 200 (3rd bag) |
| First | 3 | 32 kg | CHF 200 (4th bag) |
Extra allowance with Miles & More status
| Status | Extra hold piece | Cabin bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Frequent Traveller / Star Silver | +1 piece (23 kg) | — |
| Senator / Star Gold | +1 piece (32 kg) | +1 cabin piece |
| HON Circle | +2 pieces (32 kg) | +1 cabin piece |
Swiss baggage at GVA — FAQ
How much is a checked bag with Swiss from Geneva?
On Economy Light fare (no bag included), adding a 23 kg checked bag costs CHF 35 if you book online before your flight. A second bag is CHF 70. Paying at the airport check-in counter typically doubles the fee (CHF 70 for the first bag, CHF 140 for the second). Economy Classic and Flex fares include 1 bag (23 kg) free. Business/First include 2-3 bags at 32 kg each.
What is Swiss carry-on size limit at Geneva Airport?
55 × 40 × 23 cm and 8 kg for Classic, Flex, Business and First fares (1 cabin bag + 1 personal item). Economy Light fare only allows a personal item (40 × 30 × 10 cm). Star Gold and HON status grants +1 cabin piece. All Schengen flights enforce these strictly — bags are gauged at the gate during boarding for ski-Saturday flights.
Does Swiss carry skis free from GVA?
Yes for certain routes and statuses: on flights to ski destinations during winter season (December–March), Swiss carries one ski/snowboard bag free as a second piece for Star Gold/HON and Business class passengers on Swiss-marketed flights. Economy travellers pay CHF 60 per ski bag (booked online) or CHF 90 (at airport). The ski bag counts as one piece (max 23 kg) and replaces, not adds to, your standard hold allowance unless you have status.
What if I’m flying Swiss with a Star Alliance status?
Star Silver = +1 piece (23 kg). Star Gold (Senator) = +1 piece (32 kg) + 1 extra cabin bag. HON Circle = +2 pieces (32 kg) + 1 extra cabin. These bonuses apply on top of your fare class allowance. Example: Economy Light + Star Gold = 1 hold piece (32 kg) + 1 cabin + 1 personal item, free. Always show your status card at check-in.
Can I buy extra baggage with Swiss at Geneva check-in?
Yes, but at roughly double the online rate — extra checked bag at GVA check-in CHF 70 (vs CHF 35 online). Better to add bags via the Swiss app or website up to 1 hour before departure. If you exceed the 23 kg per piece, excess weight is charged CHF 70 per extra 9 kg (intra-Europe) or CHF 100 (long-haul). Maximum weight per piece: 32 kg (heavier pieces refused — split or ship separately).
Arriving with extra Swiss bags?
Mercedes V-Class holds 7 large bags + 7 passengers — fixed price from CHF 130.
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