Photo: Glasgow Airport
A new connection from the Scottish city of Glasgow will provide travellers with access to Zurich in Switzerland from the end of May 2026.
Operated by Swiss leisure carrier, Edelweiss, the route will be served twice weekly – on Mondays and Fridays – from 29 May until 14 September 2026.
Commenting on the new route, Chris Tibbett, Aviation Director at AGS Airports, which operates Glasgow Airport, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Edelweiss to Glasgow Airport with this exciting new service to Zurich. This route not only offers our passengers direct access to one of Europe’s most charming cities with world-class museums and stunning Alpine views, but also provides seamless connectivity via its efficient Zurich hub.”
With convenient access to the stunning Swiss city with its lakeside setting, vibrant cultural scene and proximity to the Swiss Alps, Edelweiss’ service will provide an exciting new option for summer travel for those travelling from Glasgow. Similarly, for those travelling from Zurich, it offers access to the buzzing Scottish city as a gateway to the rest of Scotland.
“The addition of Edelweiss strengthens our long-standing partnership with the Lufthansa Group and enhances travel options for both leisure and business passengers across Scotland,” continued Tibbett.
Photo: Kefalonia. Source – Edelweiss
Edelweiss’ summer expansion plans
The addition of Glasgow to Edelweiss’ summer schedule is part of a wider plan to increase the Swiss carrier’s global footprint. The airline has unveiled plans to growit s short-, medium- and long-haul flight offerings in 2026. Glasgow is one of three new destinations, alongside Kefalonia in Greece and Windhoek in South Africa. Edelweiss is also planning on increasing capacity and frequency on existing routes from Zurich.
The airline will add Kefalonia to its network of European destinations this summer with flights operated twice a week from 6 June to 29 August.
This summer will also see the addition of the Namibian capital Windhoek to Edelweiss’ network, providing travellers with access to the African country’s stunning natural attractions, including the dunes of the Namib Desert and Etosha National Park.
