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$320+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to California

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ZRH — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Zurich to California

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$568
(Flysmarter)

One-way from

$425
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$790

Good round-trip deal

$642 or less

Good one-way deal

$641 or less
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Connections by easyJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Connections by easyJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/59:55 pmZRH - LAX
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/194:30 pmLAX - ZRH
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$541
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:05 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 25mCondor
Wed 5/214:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mCondor
Deal found 4/16$551
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1311:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/274:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$554
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/167:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 6/244:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop21h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 4/301:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/712:55 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$573
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 8/257:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/157:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$578
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:05 amZRH - LAX
1 stop16h 25mCondor
Thu 9/115:30 pmLAX - ZRH
1 stop13h 05mCondor
Deal found 4/16$582
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/51:10 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Mon 5/197:30 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 20mSWISS
Deal found 4/16$594
This CheapTickets.ch deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapTickets.ch is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:45 amZRH - SJC
2 stops20h 02mRoyal Air Maroc
Fri 5/96:00 amSJC - ZRH
2 stops17h 50mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 4/17$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/29:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 37mDelta
Sun 5/116:10 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/16$598
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/111:50 amZRH - SJC
2 stops17h 48mDelta
Mon 5/52:40 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops18h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/16$598
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/308:05 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/710:25 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$600

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to California that are best for you.

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Zurich

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Mon 5/5

9:55 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

4:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 20m

$541

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Thu 10/2

11:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops19h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

4:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$568

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Mon 5/12

8:05 am-8:13 pm

2 stops21h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$569

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 5/14

8:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$570

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Tue 5/27

7:15 am-12:06 am

2 stops25h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

4:18 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$572

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 5/2

1:25 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop32h 47m

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

12:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop13h 45m

$573

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 4/30

7:15 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

4:20 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$580

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Thu 9/4

8:05 am-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

5:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$582

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

3:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$594

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Sat 5/3

11:45 am-10:47 pm

2 stops20h 02m

San Jose

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

$595

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to California (average of $246). Flying from Zurich 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 ZRH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich 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 17, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH 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 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and KLM from Zurich to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
9,882 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
1,329 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
1,269 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to California?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to California. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

  • How popular is this Zurich to California flight route?

    Flights from Zurich to California have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $425 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Vueling from $440 and Condor from $495 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to California?

    The most popular route from Zurich to California is Zurich - Los Angeles. You may also consider Zurich - San Francisco or Zurich - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zurich to California? While on average our users pay $1,532, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $640. The most popular route (Zurich - Los Angeles), is priced around $494.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich 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 Zurich to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to California (average of $246). Flying from Zurich 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 8 airlines flying from Zurich to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Zurich 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$406Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$492Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$513Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$555Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$568Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$596Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$611Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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