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$295+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to California

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — LAX
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Switzerland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Switzerland to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$543
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$295
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$774

Good round-trip deal

$639 or less

Good one-way deal

$622 or less
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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Switzerland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/309:25 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 5/214:20 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/31$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/269:20 amGVA - SFO
2 stops19h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/32:00 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$546
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:10 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop27h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 3/205:40 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop32h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:55 pmGVA - SFO
2 stops18h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/154:18 pmSFO - GVA
2 stops19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$549
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:00 amGVA - LAX
1 stop14h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/57:30 pmLAX - GVA
1 stop29h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$562
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:15 amGVA - SFO
1 stop13h 30mDelta
Wed 5/141:45 pmSFO - GVA
2 stops17h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/31$564
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:15 amGVA - SFO
2 stops25h 06mAir Canada
Wed 11/1912:30 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop36h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/2910:38 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop25h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$566
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/181:35 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop20h 59mDelta
Fri 4/259:00 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop28h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/31$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/191:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/102:00 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$568
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/41:10 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Sun 5/117:30 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 3/31$570
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/287:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/52:00 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$571

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Switzerland to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Switzerland to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Switzerland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 4/30

9:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

4:20 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$543

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 4/26

9:20 am-7:41 pm

2 stops19h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

2:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$546

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 9/10

12:55 pm-10:27 pm

2 stops18h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

4:18 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops19h 17m

$549

GenevaLos Angeles

GVA - LAX

GVALAX

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 8/22

11:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

7:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 50m

$562

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 5/1

7:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

1:45 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$564

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Tue 4/29

7:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 6/29

10:38 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 12m

$566

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 4/18

1:35 pm-1:34 am

1 stop20h 59m

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

9:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop28h 35m

$567

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Sat 4/19

1:25 pm-9:19 am

1 stop28h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

2:00 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$568

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Sun 5/4

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

7:30 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$570

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Mon 4/28

7:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

2:00 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$571

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Best time to book a flight from Switzerland to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Switzerland to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Switzerland to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to California (average of $246). Flying from Switzerland to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Switzerland to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

When flying from Switzerland to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Switzerland to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Switzerland to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

The most flights from CH0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and KLM from Switzerland to California by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Switzerland to California flight route?

    This flight path from Switzerland to California was viewed by 1 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 to fly from Switzerland to California one-way?

    $401 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Iberia and Condor, with prices starting from $439 and $510, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Switzerland to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Switzerland to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Switzerland to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Switzerland to California?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Switzerland to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to California (average of $246). Flying from Switzerland to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Switzerland to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Switzerland to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$390Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$406Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$502Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$523Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$540Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$568Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$574Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SWISSCheapest$611Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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