Air freight carrier SWISS WorldCargo has expanded its Winter 2026/27 network with the launch of direct air cargo service between Zurich and Bengaluru, marking the carrier’s first entry into Southern India.
Commencing on October 27, 2026, the route operates five times weekly through March 27, 2027, supplementing SWISS WorldCargo’s existing daily flights to Mumbai and Delhi.
Flight Schedule and Operational Specifications
The new schedule connects Switzerland directly with Kempegowda International Airport (BLR):
- Eastbound Service (LX 140): Departs Zurich five times weekly at 13:20, arriving in Bengaluru at 02:55 the following day.
- Westbound Service (LX 141): Departs Bengaluru at 04:50, arriving in Zurich at 10:50 the same day.
- Seasonal Duration: Runs throughout the Winter 2026/27 timetable until March 27, 2027.
Regional Trade and Vertical Market Focus
The expansion targets high-growth industrial and high-value export sectors in Southern India:
- Key Cargo Verticals: Supports specialized air freight demand across pharmaceuticals and vaccines, semiconductors and electronics, automotive components, textiles, and perishables such as fresh produce and floriculture.
- Network Connectivity: Links Southern India’s technology and manufacturing ecosystem directly with European markets and SWISS WorldCargo’s global network.
Executive Perspective
Alain Chisari, Head of SWISS WorldCargo, stated that launching nonstop Zurich–Bengaluru flights strengthens the carrier’s Indian footprint and provides a dedicated gateway for care-intensive, high-value, and temperature-controlled shipments in Southern India.
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