How long is the LX8271 flight?

The timetable allows 2 h 45 min. Faro to Zurich is 1,782 km (1,107 mi).

Which terminal does LX8271 use?

It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at Zurich Airport (ZRH). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LX8271 have?

Also listed as SWR8271 (Swiss' ICAO code) and LX 8271.

Can I get compensation if LX8271 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €400 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LX8271 Flight Status Swiss: Faro to Zurich (SWR8271)

LX 8271 Faro to Zurich Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: September 12th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

LX 8271 Flight Status & Schedule Swiss Faro to Zurich

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Sep 12	FAO	ZRH	14:44	18:20	Landed	Track >
Sep 05	FAO	ZRH	14:58	18:19	Landed	Track >
Aug 29	FAO	ZRH	15:19	18:36	Landed	Track >
Aug 22	FAO	ZRH	15:27	18:42	Landed	Track >
Aug 15	FAO	ZRH	19:33	22:37	Delayed	Track >
Aug 08	FAO	ZRH	17:38	20:44	Landed Late	Track >
Aug 01	FAO	ZRH	16:37	20:08	Landed	Track >
Jul 25	FAO	ZRH	16:33	19:39	Landed	Track >
Jul 18	FAO	ZRH	16:39	20:01	Landed	Track >
Jul 11	FAO	ZRH	18:38	22:01	Delayed	Track >

Swiss flight LX 8271 links Faro and Zurich, 1,782 km (1,107 mi) apart. The timetable allows 2 h 45 min, but the flight usually takes about 2 h 20 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 12 September 2026, landed on time.

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About LX 8271

Route: Faro Airport FAO to Zurich Airport ZRH
Distance: 1,782 km (1,107 mi)
Typical flight time: 2 h 20 min
On time: 7 of the last 8
Average delay when late: 44 min

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €400 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

LX 8271 FAQ

How long is the LX8271 flight?: The timetable allows 2 h 45 min. Faro to Zurich is 1,782 km (1,107 mi).
How often is LX8271 late?: 1 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 44 minutes on average.
Which terminal does LX8271 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at Zurich Airport (ZRH). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LX8271 have?: Also listed as SWR8271 (Swiss' ICAO code) and LX 8271.
Can I get compensation if LX8271 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €400 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LX8271 and Faro FAO to Zurich ZRH Flights

Flight LX8271 is a code-share Swiss flight of the Edelweiss Air operated WK271.

Other flights departing from Faro FAO: FR7644, WK271, LS3126

Other flights arriving at Zurich ZRH: SM2922, WK271, OU4462

All flights connecting Faro FAO to Zurich ZRH.