Bern to Interlaken Flights

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bern and Interlaken including taking a train or bus.

Since both Bern and Interlaken are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

The best events to attend in Interlaken include:

• Adventure Sports Week, a week dedicated to extreme sports including paragliding and bungee jumping
• Interlaken Music Festival, a celebration of classical music featuring renowned artists
• Swiss National Day, celebrated on August 1st with fireworks and traditional festivities
• Jungfrau Marathon, a scenic marathon that takes runners through breathtaking alpine landscapes.

The best holidays to experience in Interlaken include:

• Easter, beautiful spring weather and blooming landscapes
• Ascension Day, ideal for hiking with mild temperatures
• Federal Day of Thanksgiving, a time for local harvest celebrations and stunning autumn scenery
• Christmas Holidays, picturesque winter charm with festive markets and snow-covered mountains.

The best seasons to visit Interlaken are Spring, Summer or Fall. The best weather to explore Interlaken is during May-September or December-February.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.