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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zurich (ZRH) from $357

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — ZRH
May 27 — Jun 31
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The best prices from San Francisco to Zurich are usually found in February or January, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Zurich (ZRH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 22, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$647

One-way from

$429
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zurich?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 13% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 19 days in advance to save up to 47% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 19 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Zurich 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $941, or $1,182 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Zurich from San Francisco average $1,061. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,061, as users have found deals to Zurich from as low as $506. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Zurich from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 41%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Zurich (SFO - ZRH)?

When flying from San Francisco to Zurich, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by TAP AIR PORTUGAL for the route between San Francisco and Zurich. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights we've found from San Francisco to Zurich. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 10/223:50 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/56:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$493
Tue 10/223:50 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops38h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/56:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$570
Sun 10/64:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 10/166:20 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$590
Thu 10/244:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop21h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 11/113:50 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops56h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$604
Fri 10/184:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop35h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 11/16:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/20$608
Mon 11/184:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 12/23:50 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops56h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$611
Thu 10/174:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/26:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$628
Fri 11/15:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop20h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 11/106:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$630
Sat 10/195:10 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop34h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/26:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$634

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from San Francisco to Zurich is TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Flights from TAP AIR PORTUGAL traveling this route typically cost $1,201.09 RT. This price is typically 41% more expensive than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Zurich flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $562. The most popular departure airport in San Francisco when flying to Zurich is San Francisco Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Zurich is Zurich Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Zurich, TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Scandinavian Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Zurich. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Scandinavian Airlines flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Zurich. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sat 11/94:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop32h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/191:00 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops58h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$563
Sat 11/94:20 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops34h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/191:00 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops58h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$666
Sun 11/174:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop32h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 12/110:25 amZRH - SFO
1 stop37h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$705
Tue 10/15:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops34h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/1010:20 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/22$797
Fri 11/15:20 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops36h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/108:20 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$805
Mon 8/195:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/32:00 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops34h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$887
Mon 5/275:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 6/249:35 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops27h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,226
Mon 5/275:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 6/268:15 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops28h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,256
Mon 5/275:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 6/2510:20 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,293

  • If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Zurich, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Scandinavian Airlines. Flights from Scandinavian Airlines traveling this route typically cost $1,231.75 RT. This price is typically 46% more expensive than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Zurich flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $698. When traveling from San Francisco to Zurich on Scandinavian Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is San Francisco Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Zurich Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Zurich, Scandinavian Airlines flights are 0% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Francisco to Zurich flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Zurich specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Prices were last updated on May 22, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Zurich in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 6/266:05 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,037
Thu 6/135:46 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/208:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,040
Thu 6/135:46 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1812:50 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops20h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,050
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop21h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 6/256:05 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,053
Wed 5/222:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/287:00 amZRH - SFO
2 stops25h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,055
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 6/257:45 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops51h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,057
Wed 6/55:05 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/117:10 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,058
Tue 5/285:24 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/249:30 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,060
Sun 6/307:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Fri 8/231:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,062

San Francisco to Zurich 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Zurich in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Zurich in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 8/185:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/112:00 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops34h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,027
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 6/266:05 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,037
Sun 9/17:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Tue 9/106:35 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 55mSWISS
Deal found 5/22$1,038
Thu 9/265:45 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop31h 50mAer Lingus
Sat 10/1211:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops20h 41mAer Lingus
Deal found 5/22$1,039
Fri 11/227:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mSWISS
Mon 12/21:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,040
Mon 9/165:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops34h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/262:00 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops34h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,041
Sun 7/148:10 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/194:30 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,043
Sun 9/17:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Sun 9/81:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/20$1,044
Mon 7/2912:50 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/254:50 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,045

Non-stop flights to Zurich from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Zurich. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from San Francisco to Zurich. Users can also choose from other San Francisco to Zurich flights by using the search form above.
Sun 8/117:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Mon 8/191:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,043
Sun 8/47:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Thu 8/151:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,045
Mon 8/197:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Mon 9/21:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/20$1,052
Sun 6/307:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Fri 8/231:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,062
Tue 8/207:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Tue 9/31:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,068
Wed 7/247:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Tue 8/271:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/20$1,069
Sun 8/117:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/211:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,071
Wed 6/57:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Wed 6/261:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,080
Mon 7/297:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Thu 8/151:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mSWISS
Deal found 5/21$1,103

San Francisco to Zurich flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Zurich for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from San Francisco to Zurich. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 6/266:05 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,037
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop21h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 6/256:05 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,053
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 6/257:45 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops51h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,057
Tue 5/285:24 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/249:30 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,060
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 6/286:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,094
Tue 5/284:55 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/249:30 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,110
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 6/286:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/22$1,118
Tue 5/284:55 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/218:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,126
Tue 5/284:20 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops37h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 6/286:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/21$1,140

One-way flights to Zurich from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Zurich. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to Zurich, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco to Zurich should utilize the search form above.
Mon 9/307:30 amSFO - ZRH
3 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$357
Sat 9/72:41 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops45h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$368
Tue 7/99:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop26h 35mVueling
Deal found 5/21$373
Tue 10/18:10 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop27h 45mVueling
Deal found 5/21$379
Tue 7/99:20 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$385
Tue 9/241:16 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops22h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$393
Thu 7/187:30 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$399
Sun 7/78:10 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops33h 15mVueling
Deal found 5/21$404
Fri 8/96:05 pmSFO - ZRH
3 stops58h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$407

Find flights from San Francisco to Zurich within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Zurich that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.

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$493 - $826

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San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 10/22

1 stop21h 40m

Zurich

Tue 11/5

1 stop29h 55m

$493

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sat 11/9

1 stop32h 25m

Zurich

Tue 11/19

2 stops58h 30m

$563

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

1 stop37h 50m

Zurich

Thu 10/10

1 stop34h 40m

$642

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sat 10/12

1 stop27h 45m

Zurich

Thu 10/17

1 stop17h 35m

$643

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 10/21

1 stop15h 40m

Zurich

Wed 10/23

1 stop14h 35m

$650

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sat 11/9

Nonstop11h 00m

Zurich

Tue 11/19

Nonstop12h 00m

$773

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

1 stop17h 40m

Zurich

Mon 8/26

1 stop27h 30m

$784

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 10/21

2 stops17h 47m

Zurich

Mon 11/4

1 stop26h 05m

$793

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 10/18

1 stop23h 10m

Zurich

Fri 11/1

Nonstop12h 00m

$826

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Zurich. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should look to book at least 18 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zurich. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Zurich flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich

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Temperature and rainfall in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZRH

Temperature

32 - 66.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zurich. Reviews last updated May 22, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Scandinavian Airlines and Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to Zurich by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

Scandinavian Airlines
7.5
Good
1,407 reviews
SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,712 reviews
SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,870 reviews
SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

Iberia
7.1
Good
2,733 reviews
SWISS
7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you will be flying from San Francisco to Zurich. Flights to Zurich (ZRH) from San Francisco (SFO) take 11h 00m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Zurich per day from 15 airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Zurich for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Zurich for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on TAP AIR PORTUGAL for just $493, but on average you can expect to pay $623.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Zurich for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Zurich is less than $1,101.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Zurich for under $1,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Zurich within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Zurich flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Zurich was viewed by 22 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich round-trip?

    Flying on TAP AIR PORTUGAL is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at $493. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $563 and $642, respectively. TAP AIR PORTUGAL is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Zurich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Zurich are United Airlines (72%), Air Canada (62%) and SWISS (49%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,267 for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $474 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich) is currently priced at $493.

  • What does SFO to ZRH mean?

    SFO and ZRH are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to ZRH refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Zurich flights that have layovers will stop in London. Copenhagen is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Zurich.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus and London Eye are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $55.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Copenhagen?

    Tivoli, Opera House, and Amager Square are the most popular attractions in Copenhagen if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Copenhagen interested in visiting Tivoli, Opera House, or Amager Square can do so by traveling 5.3 mi, 4.9 mi, and 5.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen. Those landing in Copenhagen looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $26 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Zurich flights?

    San Francisco to Zurich flights have a layover in Istanbul least often. Lisbon sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to Zurich flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zurich that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Zurich flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Zurich with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Zurich flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zurich that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Zurich flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Zurich flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Zurich flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/22.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

    The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich are American Airlines, Air Canada and British Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich (average of $647). Flying from San Francisco to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,353). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Zurich. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$451Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$515Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$518Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest$541Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapest$553Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest$562Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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VuelingCheapest$565Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$636Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest$666Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$698Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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