Travel In Switzerland
Travel any day of the week for any duration
RAIL TO SWITZERLAND click here for information
SELF DRIVE TO SWITZERLAND click here for information
SCHEDULED FLIGHTS
Our flights are with scheduled carriers which means your travel is backed by the vast resources and experience of major international airlines.
Our recommended flight times will allow you time to travel comfortably between your arrival airport and your chosen resort in Switzerland, which is why most of the chosen flights depart in the morning and return late afternoon or evening. Flights can be arranged at other times but this may result in an overnight stay en route.
Using different Swiss airports for your outward and return flights is allowed, subject to any supplement that may be payable. Outward and return flights must be with the same airline. This is particularly beneficial when you are planning a two centre holiday.
Short breaks and other durations can be arranged at all our featured destinations plus many other cities and resorts. Our knowledge and experience will enable us to help with your own tailor-made requirements.
BRITISH AIRWAYS
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One of the world’s leading international airlines with direct flights from Heathrow to Zurich, Geneva or Basel and Manchester to Geneva. British Airways offer drinks on flights appropriate to the time of day.
Upgrade to Club Class is available on most British Airways flights - the supplement varies according to your chosen route. Club Class includes dedicated check-in and departure lounge, increased luggage allowance, healthy balanced meals and fine wine as standard.
Connecting flights are available via London Heathrow or Gatwick from Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Jersey and Newcastle. Supplements on request. |
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SWISS INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES
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The national airline of Switzerland operates a worldwide network of flights with a reputation for comfort, service and punctuality which is second to none. With direct flights from Heathrow to Zurich, London City to Zurich, Geneva or Basel, Birmingham to Zurich and Manchester to Zurich. Snacks and soft drinks included.
Upgrade to Business Class is available on most Swiss International Air Lines flights - the supplement varies according to the day of travel and your chosen route. Business Class includes dedicated check-in and departure lounge, increased luggage allowance and in-flight catering.
Connecting flights are available from Zurich or Geneva to Lugano at £36 each way. |
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CITYJET for AIR FRANCE
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CityJet operate flights on behalf of Air France from London City airport to Zurich |
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FLYBE
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Flybe offer flights on Saturdays from Birmingham, Exeter, Norwich and Southampton Please ask for details and prices. |
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Scheduled carriers
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| Airport | Zurich | Geneva |
| Ascona | 3hrs 30min | 6hrs 30min |
| Bonigen | 2hrs 25min | 3hrs 50min |
| Brissago | 3hrs 50min | 6hrs 30min |
| Brunnen | 1hrs 20min | 4hrs |
| Davos | 2hrs 45min | 5hrs 20min |
| Grindelwald | 3hrs 10min | 3hrs 55min |
| Interlaken | 2hrs 15min | 3hrs |
| Locarno | 3hrs 30min | 6hrs |
| Lucerne | 1hrs | 3hrs |
| Lugano | 3hrs | 6hrs |
| Meiringen | 2hrs 25min | 4hrs |
| Montreux | 2hrs 50min | 1hrs 10min |
| Murren | 3hrs 30min | 4hrs 15min |
| Nyon | 2hrs 50min | 20min |
| Saas-Fee | 3hrs 20min | 3hrs 45min |
| Spiez | 1hrs 55min | 3hrs |
| St.Moritz | 3hrs 50min | 6hrs 25min |
| Villars | 3hrs 20min | 2hrs 30min |
| Weggis | 2hrs | 3hrs 50min |
| Wengen | 3hrs 20min | 4hrs |
| Wilderswil | 2hrs 40min | 3hrs 25min |
| Zermatt | 3hrs 10min | 3hrs 55min |
LOW COST CARRIERS
We wish to offer the widest choice of flying to Switzerland from your local airport. Several low cost airlines operate to Geneva and we will be happy to book these for you. We will require an increased, non-refundable, deposit of £250 per person as payment for the flight seats will have to be made at the time of booking. The majority of these airlines do not offer complimentary refreshments or pre-allocated seats and they may make additional charges for luggage. Please note that if we include these flights in your holiday you will benefit from the extra financial protection we have as a bonded ATOL tour operator.
AIRMILES AND OWN FLIGHTS
You can use your AirMiles and save money, if you book your flights with British Airways we offer a reduction of £145 per person with AirMiles. You just need to discuss the flight schedules with us, to check your onward connections, before making your flight reservations with AirMiles. If you have booked your own flights we can still make all the arrangements for your onward travel from Zurich and Geneva airports to the resort as well as the hotel reservations. Deduct £145 from the prices shown in the brochure.
DETAILS OF SCHEDULED FLIGHTS TO SWITZERLAND
Click here for Scheduled flights to Switzerland
TRAVEL IN SWITZERLAND from airport to your resort
There is little point in having a reliable and comfortable flight without an equally comfortable journey from the airport to your holiday resort. The onward journey is therefore by train with comfort, room to move around and the opportunity for a meal or refreshments. Swiss Federal Railways are amongst the most efficient in the world and operate with the precision of a Swiss watch! An added convenience is that there are main line stations at Zurich and Geneva Airports and on arrival at many resorts you will be met by the hotel’s porter and transferred to your hotel. For most resorts there is a train departing from the airport every hour – so no waiting around. Your itinerary will show your recommended train times.
First Class Rail travel is available at a supplement of £25 (no additional charge for children under 16). This will also give you the benefit of first class on your half fare card.
FLY LUGGAGE
Swiss Railways, together with the airlines, have a unique system which means that you can check-in your luggage at the UK airport and the next time you see it is in your resort. For the return journey luggage goes direct from your resort to the UK airport. For you to get the maximum benefit from this great system you need consider your flight times as the luggage travels on different trains to you and time is needed to move your luggage. This service is not available on flights via Basel.
For your outward journey, if your flight lands later than midday, your luggage will probably not arrive in resort until the following day. We suggest you carry an overnight bag with your essentials in case of flight delays.
On your return journey, if your flight takes off before 7pm, you will need to register and deposit your luggage the day before departure.
The cost of this service is £12 per item in each direction.
