#1 Hand Luggage: The magic size of 55 x 40 x 23 cm
Maybe you’ve experienced this before: At the boarding gate, a friendly staff member is ready to place your hand luggage in the size-check box. If it doesn’t fit, it ends up one level down, and you can only pick it up at the baggage belt at your destination. So, it's better to choose the right size from the start - and wear your favourite jumper during the journey, rather than stuffing it on top. As a rule of thumb, your carry-on should weigh no more than 8 kg and be no larger than 55 x 40 x 23 cm - including handle and wheels.
Packing tip: Use packing cubes or bags to organise your hand luggage. This keeps everything neat and saves you from rummaging around in chaos at the airport.

#2 Checked baggage: Maximum 23 kg per suitcase – and weigh
Your suitcase is generously sized at 23 kg (in Economy Class), but every extra kilo costs extra. So it's best to weigh your suitcase at home so that you don't have to worry at check-in and frantically repack half of its contents. In SWISS Business Class, you can take two 32 kg items of baggage with you, as you can in SWISS First Class.
Packing tip: Heavy items such as shoes or books should be placed at the bottom of your suitcase to ensure it is stable. Roll up your clothes to avoid creasing and use the spaces in between for soft items such as socks or underwear to save space.

#3 Liquids: 100ml per bottle in hand luggage, no limit in checked luggage
In hand luggage, liquids are limited to a maximum of 100ml per container, and everything must fit into a transparent 1-litre bag. This rule applies to everything from shampoo to toothpaste. So don't take any chances and hide your expensive body lotion in your backpack – it would be annoying if it were confiscated at the security check. The following applies to checked baggage: whether lotion, perfume or olive oil – (almost) anything goes. But be careful: pack everything well! A broken shower gel can ruin the contents of your suitcase.
Packing tip: Fill your favourite products into small, reusable bottles to save space and protect the environment. To avoid accidents in checked baggage, wrap liquid containers in plastic bags and stow them in the middle of your suitcase to protect them from pressure or temperature changes.

#4 Valuables belong in your hand luggage
Important and valuable items such as passports, cash, jewellery and all electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, cameras and smartphones must always be carried in your hand luggage. Checked baggage can get lost or arrive late – and then you are left without your most important belongings.
Packing tip: Stow valuables in different bags in your hand luggage to better protect them from theft. Laptops and tablets should be stored in well-padded cases to protect them from knocks.

#5 Bulky and special baggage: no problem with prior notice
Skis, surfboards, or strollers—bulky luggage is allowed on SWISS flights, as long as it’s registered in advance. Keep an eye on size and weight limits as restrictions apply here too.
Packing tip: Wrap delicate items such as skis or surfboards in soft materials to protect them from scratches or knocks. Make sure to use protective covers that are suitable for transport.

#6 Duty-free bags do not count as hand luggage – shop till you drop
Did you treat yourself to a little something at the duty-free shop? Don't worry. Purchases from the duty-free shop do not count towards the hand luggage limit. As long as it fits in a bag and the security regulations are met, you can shop with peace of mind. Just a little glass of the purchased gin during the flight? That's not allowed. But don't worry, our cabin crew will make sure you're well looked after during the flight.
Packing tip: Keep all receipts for duty-free purchases in case you need to prove that the goods were purchased there. Make sure that liquids in duty-free shops are properly sealed.

#7 Batteries: hand luggage, not checked baggage!
Batteries belong in your hand luggage, as lithium-ion batteries pose a fire risk in the cargo hold. Devices such as laptops, smartphones and power banks must therefore not be transported in checked baggage. E-cigarettes and their accessories, such as spare batteries, must also be placed in your hand luggage. Their use remains prohibited on board, and the devices must remain switched off. You can carry a lighter or a small box of matches with you, but not in your checked baggage. Safety lighters or refill gas are completely prohibited.
Packing tip: Store valuables and electronics in the inner compartments of your hand luggage to protect them from knocks. If you have multiple devices, use padded cases and pack cables neatly together to avoid tangling. For power banks and batteries, it’s a good idea to keep them in a separate pouch to avoid contact with metal objects like keys, which could cause a short circuit.