Airline

Edelweiss Air (BI)

Edelweiss Air is Switzerland's leading premium leisure airline, offering direct flights from Zurich to over 80 stunning holiday destinations worldwide. As a sister company of Swiss International Air Lines, it perfectly combines Swiss quality, reliable service, and a relaxed, vacation-ready atmosphere.

Why travelers choose Edelweiss Air

  • Direct flights from Zurich to over 80 global holiday destinations
  • Sister company of SWISS and member of the Lufthansa Group
  • Complimentary meals and beverages served on all flights
  • Premium holiday experience with award-winning Swiss hospitality

Fare families

Economy Light

The ideal, budget-friendly option for weekend getaways and short trips where you only need hand luggage.

  • 1 piece of hand luggage (up to 8kg)
  • Complimentary onboard meals and non-alcoholic drinks
  • No checked baggage included
  • Rebooking available for an additional fee

Economy Classic

The standard leisure fare offering everything you need for a relaxing holiday, including checked baggage and standard seat selection.

  • 1 piece of hand luggage (up to 8kg)
  • 1 checked bag (up to 23kg)
  • Complimentary meals and drinks
  • Advanced standard seat reservation included

Business Class

A highly premium travel experience featuring lounge access, exclusive gourmet dining, and maximum comfort throughout your journey.

  • 2 pieces of hand luggage and 2 checked bags (up to 32kg each)
  • Lounge access, priority check-in, and priority boarding
  • Premium multi-course dining experience
  • Guaranteed empty adjacent seat (short-haul) or lie-flat bed (long-haul)

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Economy Classic and Flex passengers are entitled to one piece of checked baggage up to 23kg (50lbs) and one carry-on bag up to 8kg (17lbs). Economy Light includes hand luggage only. Business Class passengers enjoy a generous allowance of two checked bags up to 32kg (70lbs) each.

Change policy

Ticket flexibility depends on your selected fare class. Economy Light allows changes for a fee, while Classic and Flex fares offer easier rebooking options. Business Class provides maximum flexibility, allowing you to adapt your travel plans with minimal hassle (fare differences may apply).

Check-in

Online check-in opens 23 hours before departure via the Edelweiss or SWISS website or mobile app. Dedicated check-in counters and self-service kiosks are also readily available at Zurich Airport and most international departure points.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Edelweiss Air operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight BI 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight BI 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight BI 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight BI 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight BI 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight BI 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub