SWISS International Air Lines·Star Alliance
How to Change a SWISS Flight — Fees & Rules
How to Change a SWISS Flight — Fees & Rules — Summary
Change a SWISS booking: change fees, fare difference rules, same-day change and standby, the 24-hour rule, and what happens if you no-show.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Change fees: Light is non-changeable; Classic and Flex change for a fee or free plus fare difference..
- Same-day changes and standby: Available on flexible fares..
- The 24-hour rule: DOT 24-hour rule applies to tickets sold in the US..
- If you miss the flight: No-show forfeits restricted fare value and cancels onward segments..
Change fees
Light is non-changeable; Classic and Flex change for a fee or free plus fare difference.
Same-day changes and standby
Available on flexible fares.
The 24-hour rule
DOT 24-hour rule applies to tickets sold in the US.
If you miss the flight
No-show forfeits restricted fare value and cancels onward segments.
Which fare you bought matters
Economy Light — No checked bag, no changes, no seat selection. Economy Classic — Changes for a fee plus fare difference. SWISS First — Available on A330, A340 and 777 aircraft only.
Fastest way to make the change
swiss.com and the SWISS app handle changes, seats and refunds.
SWISS changing your flight — common questions
Does SWISS charge a change fee?
Light is non-changeable; Classic and Flex change for a fee or free plus fare difference.
Can I cancel a SWISS flight within 24 hours?
DOT 24-hour rule applies to tickets sold in the US.
What happens if I miss my SWISS flight?
No-show forfeits restricted fare value and cancels onward segments.
More SWISS help
Booking SWISS? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.