Swiss Airlines
Date Change Policy: Complete Rescheduling Guide

Changed your plans? This guide breaks down Swiss Airlines’ flexible booking policies, including how to change your flight online, what fees to expect, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Many tickets allow fee-free changes under promotional policies, though fare differences may apply

Swiss Airlines' Flight Change Guidelines

Eligibility
  • Economy Light Fares: Nonchangeable  
  • Economy Classic and Higher: Changeable with possible fare differences  
  • Refundable Tickets: No change fees or fare differences for changes to same fare- class flights  
Cut-off Times
  • Changes must be made before scheduled departure. Postdeparture changes are not permitted  

Fees
  • Domestic/International: No change fees for eligible fares, but fare differences apply  
  •    Same- Day Changes: Fees may vary based on fare type and status
Process

How to Change Your Flight Date: Complete Process

Rescheduling your Swiss Airlines flight is straightforward if you follow these steps:  

Access Your Booking
  1. Visit Swiss Airlines website and navigate to Manage My Booking.
  2. Enter your booking reference and last name to retrieve your itinerary.
Select 'Change Flight'
  1. Once your trip is displayed, click on the “Change Flight” button  
  2.  Note that Economy Light tickets may not have this option available 
Choose New Flight Dates
  • Use the calendar interface to select new travel dates. The system will display available flights and updated prices  
  • Compare options, as fare differences can vary significantly depending on the new date and time
Review and Confirm Changes
  • The system will show a breakdown of costs: any fare difference (no change fees for eligible fares)  
  •  If the new fare is lower, you will receive the difference as a travel credit valid for one year  
  •  Confirm the changes and proceed to payment if additional funds are required  
  •  
Receive Updated Itinerary
  •  Once processed, you will receive a new confirmation email. Ensure all details are correct before traveling  

Important Notes:
  • If you encounter errors online, call +1 (866) 240-3931 for assistance.
  • Changes must be completed before the scheduled departure of your original flight.
  • For flights cancelled by Swiss Airlines, rebooking or refunds are free.

Swiss Airlines Date Change Fees

Ticket Type Change Fee Fare Difference
Economy Light Not allowed Applicable
Economy Classic and Higher $0 Applicable
Business/First $0 Applicable

Example Scenario: Changing a domestic flight from June 15 to June 20 with a $50 higher fare would cost $50 total (no change fee). If the new flight is $30 cheaper, you would receive $30 in travel credits.

Key Restrictions and Considerations

Fare Differences

Passengers must pay any increase in fare when changing to a more expensive flight  

Travel Credits

Valid for one year from issuance if issued due to schedule changes

No-Show Policy

Customers who fail to cancel before departure forfeit ticket value

Group Bookings

Changes require direct contact with the original booking agent

How We Facilitate Flight Changes

Need Help Rescheduling Your Swiss Airlines Flight? Our services include:  

  •  Finding the lowest fare differences for new dates  
  •  Processing changes and standby requests  
  •  Handling complex itinerary changes  

You must make changes before your originally scheduled flight departs. Postdeparture changes are not permitted  

Yes. If the new flight is more expensive, you pay the difference. If cheaper, you receive the difference as a travel credit  

If the airline cancels or significantly changes your flight, you are entitled to a full refund or free rebooking

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Disclaimer: Policies and fees are subject to change. This information is provided as a guide and does not constitute legal advice. Passenger rights may apply in cases of significant schedule changes or cancellations initiated by the airline. 

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