SWISS International Air Lines·Star Alliance
SWISS Seat Selection & Upgrades
SWISS Seat Selection & Upgrades — Summary
How SWISS seat selection works by fare, extra legroom options, upgrade routes, and the family seating rules that let children sit with a parent free.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Choosing a seat: Charged in Economy unless you hold status; free at check-in..
- Extra legroom: Extra legroom and exit row seats sold at a premium..
- Upgrades: Miles & More upgrades and paid upgrade bidding..
- Seating children with a parent: Families with young children are seated together..
Choosing a seat
Charged in Economy unless you hold status; free at check-in.
Extra legroom
Extra legroom and exit row seats sold at a premium.
Upgrades
Miles & More upgrades and paid upgrade bidding.
Seating children with a parent
Families with young children are seated together.
Cabins available
SWISS operates: Economy, Premium Economy, Business, SWISS First.
SWISS seats & upgrades — common questions
Do I have to pay to choose a seat on SWISS?
Charged in Economy unless you hold status; free at check-in.
Can my child sit with me on SWISS?
Families with young children are seated together.
How do I upgrade on SWISS?
Miles & More upgrades and paid upgrade bidding.
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.