With the 2024/2025 winter flight schedule, Swiss International Air Lines is bringing a breath of fresh air to its route network from Geneva. From October 28, 2024, the airline will be offering a daily direct connection to Berlin for the first time.
This is not only good news for business travelers, but also for vacationers who want to explore the culturally and historically diverse Berlin. Swiss is also responding to the growing demand for flights to the Nordic countries and is increasing its connections to Copenhagen, Stockholm, Gothenburg and Oslo. The offer is also being increased for sun-seekers: the southern European destinations of Athens, Marrakesh, Valencia and Málaga will be served more frequently from Geneva.
These innovations reflect Swiss' strategic focus on offering its passengers more flexibility and comfort by responding specifically to customers' changing travel patterns. The winter flight schedule will come into effect on October 27, 2024 and will be valid until March 29, 2025. In addition to the numerous short-haul connections, the long-haul route from Geneva to New York will also remain an important offering.
Nonstop flights to Berlin: A new bridge between Geneva and the German capital
With the new daily non-stop flight from Geneva to Berlin, Swiss is focusing on one of Europe's most dynamic cities. Berlin, known for its rich history, lively nightlife and its role as an important economic hub, attracts both business travelers and tourists from all over the world. For many Swiss companies active in Germany, the new connection makes business trips much easier. At the same time, holidaymakers benefit from the diversity of Berlin, which, in addition to world-famous sights such as the Brandenburg Gate and the East Side Gallery, is also a center for modern art and innovative start-ups.
With this expansion, Swiss is not only strengthening its position in Germany, but is also contributing to improving mobility within Europe. Berlin is already included in Swiss's route network via Zurich, but the new connection from Geneva will significantly improve accessibility to the German capital for travelers from western Switzerland.
Scandinavia in focus: More flights to the north
In addition to Berlin, Swiss is also increasing its connections to the Scandinavian countries. With the increasing popularity of winter trips to Scandinavia, whether for city trips to Copenhagen or Stockholm or for nature-based experiences in the Swedish and Norwegian fjords, Swiss is responding to growing demand. At the same time, winter sports play a major role: many Nordic travelers use the new connections to reach Swiss ski resorts such as Zermatt or St. Moritz more quickly and conveniently. Scandinavia is an increasingly important source of tourism for Switzerland, and the increased frequency of flights to these countries offers an ideal opportunity to further promote access to the Alps.
The cities of Copenhagen, Stockholm, Gothenburg and Oslo are among the top travel destinations in Scandinavia and offer not only cultural experiences, but also extraordinary winter landscapes and activities such as northern lights tours and snow hikes. For Swiss people who want to escape the grey winter, these destinations offer a refreshing contrast and invite you to explore the unique Nordic nature.
Southern Europe: sunny destinations for the winter
While some travelers prefer the cold of winter, others are looking for sun and warmth. To meet these needs, Swiss has also increased the frequency of its flights to popular southern European destinations. Athens, Marrakech, Valencia and Malaga will be served more frequently from Geneva this winter, giving passengers more flexibility when planning their vacation. The more frequent connections are a great advantage, especially for weekend travelers and short vacationers.
Athens, the cradle of Western civilization, attracts visitors in winter with its mild climate and fewer tourist crowds, while Marrakech in Morocco offers an exotic and colorful alternative. Valencia and Málaga are perfect destinations for travelers who want to escape the winter and enjoy the mild temperatures of the Spanish Mediterranean coast. By increasing flight frequencies, Swiss is underlining its commitment to offering attractive travel options even in the low season.
Geneva as a mini hub in winter 2024/2025
The 2024/2025 winter flight schedule marks an important phase for Geneva Airport. In addition to the long-haul connection to New York, Swiss offers a total of 21 short-haul destinations from Geneva. This variety of destinations makes Geneva an important hub for travelers who want to fly all over the world. The increasing number of direct flights allows passengers to save time and make their journeys more efficient.
Another highlight of the winter flight schedule is the ability to book flights from September 10, 2024. This early booking option gives travelers the chance to plan their winter holidays or business trips in the long term and benefit from possible early bird discounts.