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Swiss International Air Lines

Swiss rose from the ashes of Swissair's spectacular collapse and somehow became an even better airline. Chocolate on boarding, watches in the lounge, and the kind of quiet competence that makes the Swiss stereotypes feel earned. Part of the Lufthansa Group.

Callsign
SWISS
ICAO code
SWR
IATA code
LX
Founded
2002
Headquarters
Kloten, Switzerland
Hubs
ZRH · GVA
Fun fact

Swiss International Air Lines hands out Swiss chocolate to every passenger, every flight. They go through over 7 million pieces of chocolate per year.

Quick answers

What is Swiss International Air Lines' callsign?

"SWISS". On the radio a flight is called by that word plus its flight number, and on a live map its callsign starts with SWR.

What are Swiss International Air Lines' airline codes?

ICAO SWR, IATA LX. Tickets and departure boards use the two-letter IATA code; air traffic control and flight data use the three-letter ICAO code.

Where are Swiss International Air Lines' hubs?

Zurich (ZRH), Geneva (GVA).

Is Swiss International Air Lines in an airline alliance?

Yes: Star Alliance.

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