Edelweiss set to launch exciting direct Zurich to Lulea flights winter 2025

Edelweiss set to launch exciting direct Zurich to Lulea flights just in time for winter adventures

Swiss travellers, prepare your warmest winter coats — Edelweiss is taking you north this season! The airline has just announced it will launch a brand-new direct route between Zürich and Luleå in Swedish Lapland, with flights starting from December 19, 2025 — perfect timing for anyone dreaming of snow-dusted forests, twinkling northern lights, and the full Arctic experience.

Operated once a week on Airbus A320 aircraft (with 174 cosy seats ready for all your thermal layers), this new connection is set to bring Switzerland a whole lot closer to Sweden’s magical north.

And whether you’re chasing the aurora borealis, heading off on a snowmobile safari, or simply after some crisp, fresh Lapland air, you’ll be able to get there direct — no layovers required.

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Swiss demand for Arctic adventures on the rise

It’s no secret: over the past few years, Lapland has become one of Europe’s hottest (well, coldest!) travel trends — and Swiss travellers are leading the charge.

From December through to the end of winter, the pull of snowy landscapes, fairy-tale villages and that all-important northern lights selfie draws in visitors in droves.

Edelweiss, part of the Lufthansa Group, spotted this rising demand and saw an opportunity to expand its northern network — and so, the Zürich–Luleå route was born.

According to Edelweiss, the new service isn’t just for tourists, though. It’s also expected to be popular with business travellers, family visitors, and anyone with connections between Sweden and Switzerland — strengthening ties between the two regions just as the winter season kicks off.

Swedavia gives the thumbs up

Elizabeth Axtelius, Director of Aviation Business at Swedavia (the operator of Luleå Airport), welcomed the news with open arms. “Zürich is a hugely popular destination for Swedes,” she said, adding that this new direct link is a fantastic step in improving the region’s international connectivity.

She’s not wrong — this is Edelweiss’s debut at Luleå Airport, and it marks another milestone in connecting northern Sweden to the wider European market.

Why Luleå is the place to be this winter

If you’ve never been to Luleå, this winter could be the perfect time to go. Picture this:

• Snow-covered streets and frozen seas (yes, you can walk on them)
• Dog-sledding tours and ice-fishing trips
• Candlelit dinners in cosy wooden lodges

And, of course, prime opportunities to witness the legendary northern lights — often putting on a show from as early as September

For Swiss travellers longing for an authentic Arctic experience, this is the real deal. And with Edelweiss’s new direct service, getting there is suddenly a whole lot easier.

A growing northern European network

The Zürich–Luleå route is part of Edelweiss’s ongoing expansion into northern Europe, as more and more travellers seek out winter destinations that go beyond the traditional beach holiday.

With growing interest in adventure travel, eco-tourism, and winter wellness, Lapland is ticking all the right boxes — and Edelweiss clearly plans to stay ahead of the curve.

As for the locals in Luleå? They’re more than ready to welcome their Swiss visitors with open arms — and probably a mug of steaming hot lingonberry juice.

Final boarding call

In short: whether you’re looking to cross “see the northern lights” off your bucket list, hit the snow trails, or just enjoy a cosy escape in the far north, Edelweiss’s new Zürich–Luleå flight is set to be one of this winter’s coolest new routes — in every sense of the word.

Get those snow boots packed — Lapland is calling!