Airline

Helvetic Airways (HW)

Helvetic Airways is a premium Swiss regional airline operating from its hub at Zurich Airport. Flying a modern, environmentally friendly fleet of Embraer E2 aircraft, it offers exceptional reliability and Swiss hospitality across European destinations.

Why travelers choose Helvetic Airways

  • Operates one of Europe's most environmentally friendly fleets (Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2)
  • Hub operations based at Zurich Airport (ZRH) with seamless European connectivity
  • Renowned for high punctuality and premium Swiss hospitality
  • Frequent partner and wet-lease operator for Swiss International Air Lines

Fare families

Light

The ideal choice for weekend getaways and minimalists traveling with just hand luggage.

  • 1 piece of hand luggage (max 8kg)
  • Randomly assigned seating
  • Complimentary water and onboard service
  • No checked baggage included
  • Ticket is non-refundable and non-changeable

Standard

Our most popular fare, offering checked baggage and standard flexibility for a comfortable journey.

  • 1 piece of hand luggage (max 8kg)
  • 1 piece of checked baggage (max 23kg)
  • Standard seat reservation
  • Complimentary water and onboard service
  • Rebooking permitted (change fee and fare difference apply)

Flex

Maximum flexibility for business travelers and those needing absolute peace of mind.

  • 1 piece of hand luggage (max 8kg)
  • 1 piece of checked baggage (max 23kg)
  • Preferred seat reservation (subject to availability)
  • Complimentary water and onboard service
  • Free rebooking (fare difference may apply)
  • Fully refundable ticket

Key policies

Baggage allowance

All passengers are entitled to one piece of hand baggage (max 8kg, 55x40x23cm). Standard and Flex fares include one piece of checked baggage up to 23kg. Additional baggage can be purchased during booking.

Change policy

Flexibility depends on the fare class. Light fares are generally non-changeable, Standard fares permit changes for a fee, and Flex fares allow unlimited changes without penalty (fare differences may apply).

Check-in

Online check-in opens 23 hours prior to the scheduled departure time. Mobile boarding passes are supported. Airport check-in counters typically open 2 hours and close 40 minutes before departure.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Helvetic Airways operating flights touching CMB

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

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight HW 203 • Daily

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

CMB → SIN

Flight HW 468 • Daily

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

CMB → LHR

Flight HW 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight HW 204 • Daily

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

SIN → CMB

Flight HW 469 • Daily

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

LHR → CMB

Flight HW 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

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