Airline
Edelweiss Air (WK)
Independent guide to Edelweiss Air (WK): cabins, routes, hubs, frequent flyer options, and what to expect on board this Swiss leisure airline.
IATAWKICAOEDWDestinations143Fleet12Skytrax3/5
At a Glance
IATA CodeWK
ICAO CodeEDW
AllianceIndependent Carrier
CountrySwitzerland
Fleet Size12
Hubs
Edelweiss Air Hub Airports
Primary hub and focus city airports.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Generally friendly Swiss-style service and cabin crew
- ✓Good overall reliability and operational safety record as part of the Lufthansa Group ecosystem
- ✓Comfortable long-haul cabins with seatback entertainment on A330 aircraft
- ✓Appealing holiday-oriented route network from Zurich to many leisure destinations
- ✓Integration with SWISS and Miles & More for mileage earning and redemption on eligible fares
Cons
- ✗Limited network compared with major full-service carriers; primarily leisure-focused from Switzerland
- ✗Buy-on-board elements and limited complimentary catering on some short- and medium-haul flights
- ✗Business Class product on some aircraft is not fully lie-flat, which may be less competitive on overnight routes
- ✗Fewer frequencies on many routes, reducing flexibility if flights are disrupted
