230,000 chocolate bunnies and full aircraft: SWISS reports positive Easter performance in 2026
The 2026 Easter performance confirms strong and sustained demand for travel. Despite the high passenger volume, Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) ensured a stable flight operation and transported its guests reliably to their destinations. Operations remained robust, with 99.3 percent of flights operated as scheduled and a departure punctuality of 77.2 percent. Operational Highlights - Passengers carried: 211,527 (down slightly from 225,885 in 2025). - Flights operated: 1,657 (vs. 1,725 in 2025). - Operational reliability: 99.3% of flights operated as scheduled. - Punctuality: 77.2% departure punctuality. - COO Oliver Buchhofer praised employees and partners for ensuring smooth operations despite high demand. Top short-haul destinations: - London Heathrow (LHR) - Berlin (BER) - Barcelona (BCN) Top long-haul destinations: - New York (JFK) - Miami (MIA) - Chicago (ORD) Easter Spirit - 230,000 chocolate bunnies distributed onboard, adding a festive touch for passengers. Looking Ahead - In May 2026, SWISS will add 31 extra rotations to nine popular European destinations, including Málaga, Alicante, Stockholm, Athens, Malta, Porto, Palma de Mallorca, Palermo, and Thessaloniki.
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