Published on
September 10, 2025
SWISS airlines has announced several flight cancellations affecting key European routes. The cancellations involve flights connecting Berlin and Frankfurt in Germany, Zurich and Geneva in Switzerland, Palma de Mallorca in Spain, and Nice in France. Passengers traveling on these routes are experiencing disruptions to their schedules, including missed connections and delays in reaching their destinations. These cancellations impact both business and leisure travelers, as they involve major hubs and popular tourist destinations across Europe. Swiss Airlines is actively managing the situation by offering rebooking, refunds, and customer support to affected passengers.
Key Routes Affected
The following SWISS (SWR) flight routes have been cancelled:
Berlin-Brandenburg (BER) → Zurich (ZRH)Zurich (ZRH) → Palma de Mallorca (PMI)Geneva (GVA) → Frankfurt (FRA)Frankfurt (FRA) → Geneva (GVA)Geneva (GVA) → Nice Cote d’Azur (NCE)Nice Cote d’Azur (NCE) → Geneva (GVA)
These cancellations impact travelers connecting between major European hubs and popular holiday destinations.
SWISS Flight CancellationsIdentTypeOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeSWR977BCS3Berlin-Brandenburg (BER / EDDB)Zurich (Kloten) (ZRH / LSZH)Tue 10:40 CESTSWR2156A320Zurich (Kloten) (ZRH / LSZH)Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan) (PMI / LEPA)Tue 12:20 CESTSWR1086BCS3Geneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG)Frankfurt Int’l (FRA / EDDF)Tue 18:55 CESTSWR1087BCS3Frankfurt Int’l (FRA / EDDF)Geneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG)Tue 21:20 CESTSWR528BCS1Geneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG)Nice Cote d’Azur (NCE / LFMN)Wed 19:05 CESTSWR529BCS1Nice Cote d’Azur (NCE / LFMN)Geneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG)Wed 20:55 CEST
Source: FlightAware
What Passengers Can Do
If your SWISS flight has been cancelled, you have several options to manage the situation:
Rebooking: SWISS may automatically rebook you on an alternative flight to the same destination and in the same travel class, free of charge. If this doesn’t suit your schedule, you can select an alternative flight yourself. The SWISS chat assistant can assist with this process.Refunds: If you prefer not to travel, you can request a refund for your ticket. The refund amount will depend on the fare conditions and whether any portion of the ticket has been used. Unused tickets are typically refunded to the original form of payment.Compensation: Under EU Regulation 261/2004, you may be entitled to compensation if your flight was cancelled or delayed by more than three hours upon arrival. You can check your eligibility and submit a compensation claim through the SWISS application form.Meals and Accommodation: If your flight is delayed by two hours or more, or if you’re rebooked on a flight departing the following day, you may be entitled to meal vouchers and hotel accommodation. These services are provided free of charge, and SWISS will assist in arranging them.Customer Support: For further assistance, you can contact SWISS customer support through their Help & Contact page.
It’s advisable to act promptly and keep all receipts and documentation related to your expenses, as these may be required for reimbursement or compensation claims.
Source: SWISS
Potential Financial Impact on Airline
Flight cancellations like these may often lead to unforeseen costs for airlines. Operations connecting Germany (Berlin, Frankfurt), Switzerland (Zurich, Geneva), Spain (Palma de Mallorca), and France (Nice) might be temporarily disrupted, potentially affecting ticket revenue, customer accommodations, and logistics. Airlines may also face indirect expenses, such as compensating passengers for delays or rebooking flights, which can sometimes impact overall profitability. While the exact financial effects are hard to measure, such disruptions often create challenges in managing schedules and maintaining smooth operations.
Overview
SWISS’ recent flight cancellations have caused significant disruptions across multiple European destinations. Passengers traveling between Berlin and Frankfurt in Germany, Zurich and Geneva in Switzerland, Palma de Mallorca in Spain, and Nice in France have faced missed connections and altered schedules. The airline may support affected travelers through rebooking, refunds, and compensation in accordance with EU regulations. While the operational and financial effects on Swiss Airlines are notable, these measures aim to ensure that passengers can continue their journeys with minimal inconvenience. Travelers are encouraged to monitor official SWISS communications and act promptly to secure alternative arrangements or compensation.
